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Survivor Wrestler Dreams of Olympics After Chimp Attack

4/3/2026

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Story summary

Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez, 18-year-old wrestler from Long Beach, New York, survived a chimpanzee attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo that left him disfigured.
After moving to the United States for surgeries, he thrived in wrestling and earned a scholarship to the University of North Carolina.
He dreams of competing in the Olympics and pursuing a career in finance.
His adoptive family describes his journey as a blessing and highlights his resilience.

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Story summary

Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez, 18-year-old wrestler from Long Beach, New York, survived a chimpanzee attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo that left him disfigured.
After moving to the United States for surgeries, he thrived in wrestling and earned a scholarship to the University of North Carolina.
He dreams of competing in the Olympics and pursuing a career in finance.
His adoptive family describes his journey as a blessing and highlights his resilience.