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The Olympic pin craze: collecting memories at Dakar 2026

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Briefings

At the Dakar Youth Olympic Games, small pins have become prized keepsakes, traded by athletes, volunteers and collectors across the train, press centre, Olympic Village and stadium. The evidence indicates these pins are being actively exchanged as souvenirs rather than worn as medals.

Key points

• Athletes, volunteers, and collectors are actively trading small pins at the Dakar Youth Olympic Games.
• Traded items include pins from the train, press centre, Olympic Village, and stadium.

Context

The Dakar Youth Olympic Games are a multi-sport event where pins serve as souvenirs for attendees.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the Dakar Youth Olympic Games; specific pin designs, quantities traded, or exchange rates are not documented.

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