2016 Summer Olympics Parade of Nations
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During the Parade of Nations within the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Summer Olympics opening ceremony, athletes and officials from each participating team marched in the Maracanã Stadium preceded by their flag and placard bearer. Each flag bearer had been chosen either by the team's National Olympic Committee or by the athletes themselves.
Burkina Faso representation during the parade
Michael Phelps carrying the flag on behalf of athletes from the United States
Great Britain entering the stadium with tennis star Andy Murray carrying the flag
Iran entering the stadium with paralyzed Zahra Nemati carrying the flag
Refugee Olympic Team at the 2016 Summer Olympics
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The Refugee Olympic Team competed at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 5 to 21 August 2016, as independent Olympic participants.
Refugee Olympic team arriving in Rio de Janeiro
Rose Lokonyen arriving in Rio de Janeiro for the Olympic Games