Puerto Rico's Participation in the Olympic Games

SOURCE www.npr.org
Puerto Rico competes separately in the Olympic Games despite being a territory of the United States due to rules set by the International Olympic Committee.

Key Points

  • Puerto Rico is viewed as independent from the United States in the context of the Olympic Games.
  • Puerto Rico has been competing in the Summer Games since 1948.
  • Jasmine Camacho-Quinn made history by winning gold for Puerto Rico in the 2020 Games.

Pros

  • Puerto Rico has the opportunity to compete independently in the Olympic Games.
  • Puerto Rican athletes have achieved success and won medals in various sports.