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5. Refugee Athletes

Due to the European migrant crisis and other reasons, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will allow athletes to compete as Independent Olympians under the Olympic Flag. Out of 43 refugee athletes deemed potentially eligible, 10 were chosen to form the team.
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