VOICED: Financial aid helps disadvantaged athletes reach the podium

The transcript discusses Afghanistan's first Olympic medal win by an athlete in Taekwondo, highlighting the challenges faced by athletes in the country due to lack of resources and support. It explains the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) scholarship program for athletes from developing countries, which helped the athlete train and compete. The transcript also details the impact of IOC funding, which led to numerous athletes winning medals, and the expansion of the program to include the Winter Games.

Who became Afghanistan's first athlete to win an Olympic medal?

What challenges do athletes face in Afghanistan according to the text?

What support did the International Olympic Committee provide to athletes from developing countries?

How much did the IOC spend to help athletes like NIKPAI?

What was the main objective of the IOC's scholarship program?