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Pope Francis inspired IOC president Bach to create refugee team
Pope Francis, who died on Monday aged 88, inspired International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach to create the Olympic refugee team, the German said in a tribute.
Bach, the most powerful person in sport, said the IOC had lost "a great friend and supporter".
However, it was his support for refugees which had left the greatest mark.
"His powerful voice in support of refugees is a shining example of his commitment, and it inspired me to create the first-ever refugee Olympic team for the Olympic Games Rio 2016," Bach said in a statement.
"He has graciously followed and supported this initiative throughout three Olympic Games editions, encouraging its growth and impact.
"This ongoing encouragement also led to the creation of the Olympic Refuge Foundation in 2017."
Bach, who steps down in June and will be succeeded by Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry, was grateful for Pope Francis' support throughout his 12-year papacy.
"His support for the peace and solidarity mission of the Olympic Games and the refugee initiatives of the IOC has been unwavering," said Bach.
"I got to know His Holiness as a very pensive intellectual who was humble and had a very good sense of humour."
"His deep passion for sport and the Olympic values was always obvious," added the 71-year-old.
G.P.Martin--AT
