Bahrain at the 1996 Summer Olympics | |
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IOC code | BRN |
NOC | Bahrain Olympic Committee |
in Atlanta | |
Competitors | 5 in 2 sports |
Flag bearer | Mohamed Al-Sada |
Medals |
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Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
Bahrain competed at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, United States.
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