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“Racial distinctions should not play a role in sport.”

Quote by Pierre de Coubertin

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Pierre de Coubertin

Pierre de Coubertin, a historian from France, was born on January 1, 1863, and passed away on September 2, 1937. He is hailed as the founder of the modern Olympic Movement and has made significant contributions to the development of international sports. more

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