Athletes’ Asylum Pursuits: Europe’s Destination for Olympians Staying Behind

Athletes from around the world are seeking asylum in various European countries following the Olympic Games or while traveling in Europe, their reasons often centered around security concerns or the aspiration to further develop their athletic careers. An investigation by the French daily l’Équipe has uncovered that it’s not just individual athletes taking this path, as entire Olympic teams may have decided to stay in Europe. FRANCE 24’s Alix Le Bourdon and Clement Dalmar provide an in-depth look at these developments.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/video/20250504-staying-behind-olympics-athletes-seek-asylum-in-europe