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Yusra Mardini

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10,210

days alive

27

years old

Born
March 5, 1998
Zodiac
♓︎Pisces·tiger 🐅
Updated Jan 2026

About

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Before Fame

Before fleeing Syria, Yusra was a competitive swimmer, training with the goal of representing Syria in the Olympics.

Trivia

Yusra and her sister Sarah are both trained swimmers. Yusra's story has inspired many people around the world. She advocates for refugees and their rights.

Family Life

Yusra has a sister named Sarah, who is also a swimmer and played a crucial role in their journey as refugees. Further details about her family are not readily available.

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Sun Sign

Pisces♓︎

Moon Sign

Gemini♊︎

Dominant Element

Water

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Planetary positions calculated for March 5, 1998

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Born in Syria

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Yusra Mardini was born in Syria.

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Fled Syria due to Civil War

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Yusra and her sister Sarah fled Syria due to the ongoing civil war.

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Swam to safety in Greece

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Yusra and Sarah helped push a boat carrying refugees to safety after its engine failed during their journey to Greece.

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Competed in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro

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Yusra was a member of the first-ever Refugee Olympic Athletes Team (ROT) and competed under the Olympic flag.

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Appointed UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador

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Competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo

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Yusra competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo with the Refugee Olympic Team (EOR).

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Named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People

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Yusra, alongside her sister Sarah, was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.