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Pam Hensley
Dallas, TX

Pam's Olympic Torch Run

The Olympic Torch is a symbol of the harmony and goodwill which represents the ideals of the Olympic Games. The Olympic flame represents the basic spiritual significance of the Olympic Movement, a symbol of peace among peoples of the world. The torch is carried hand-to-hand by relays of runners from the original site of the Olympic Games at Olympia, Greece, to the main stadium of the current Games. This tradition started with the Berlin Olympic Games in 1936. To carry the torch during any part of its journey is considered a great honor.

By the time the Olympic Torch reached the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, three Betaseron^® Champions of Courage had the honor of carrying the Olympic flame.