If I wanted to represent a different country than my own in the olympics, how would I go about that?

Question

I'm thinking about maybe trying to represent Ireland in the sport of wrestling. I'm Irish by heritage, and as far as I know, they aren't showcased in the olympics (for wrestling). If I wanted to wrestle for Ireland, could I? If so, how do I do it?

Answer 1

i think you need to be a citizen of that country, and have them want you badly.  

Answer 2

You need Irish citizenship to represent Ireland.

Good Luck!

Answer 3

you would have to be publicly known

so like going to nationals and being really good in the US

and they would ask you.

Answer 4

Any competitor in the Olympic Games must be a national of the country of the National Olympic Committee which is entering him.

To read about the qualifications go to:

http://www.olympic.org/uk/athletes/index...

Good luck - I'm a Murphy ;)