Competed as part of the inaugural IOC Refugee Olympic Team.
August 6, 2016, marks a significant milestone in Olympic history - the first participation of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team. Yusra Mardini was among the chosen athletes, competing in the women's 100 m butterfly. This groundbreaking inclusion symbolized the Olympic movement’s commitment to inclusion and solidarity, a step towards raising awareness about the global refugee crisis and celebrating the shared human spirit.