Born in Syria
Yusra Mardini was born in Syria.
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Before fleeing Syria, Yusra was a competitive swimmer, training with the goal of representing Syria in the Olympics.
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.
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.
Yusra's Birth Chart
Sun Sign
Pisces♓︎
Moon Sign
Gemini♊︎
Dominant Element
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Planetary positions calculated for March 5, 1998
Yusra Mardini was born in Syria.
Yusra and her sister Sarah fled Syria due to the ongoing civil war.
Yusra and Sarah helped push a boat carrying refugees to safety after its engine failed during their journey to Greece.
Yusra was a member of the first-ever Refugee Olympic Athletes Team (ROT) and competed under the Olympic flag.
Yusra was appointed a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador.
Yusra competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo with the Refugee Olympic Team (EOR).
Yusra, alongside her sister Sarah, was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
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