Each time the Olympics rolls around, people around the world find themselves exposed to not only the impressive skills that gifted athletes have honed in the months prior to their big events, but also the stories of how they got there.
And whether they showed inspiring determination in the face of difficult personal circumstances or even the internal policies of the committees they have to appease, the difficulty of their fight only makes their victories more compelling.
But while that fight is often made easier by the sponsors and other supporters these athletes can pick up along the way, one powerful story illustrates that this isn't the case for all the athletes present.
