On | The Right to Race

On June 30, an unknown runner flew across the finish line at the 2022 Diamond League competition.
Shaving 20 seconds off his PB, he conquered the men's 3,000m race in the fastest time recorded that year. It was his first-ever international win.
Who was the athlete, you wonder? Dominic Lokinyomo Lobalu, an unknown refugee from South Sudan.
Now based in Switzerland, Dominic is training for the Olympics Games. But with no national identity and no flag to wave, the path to the podium isn't simple. Here, we follow his story as he fights for his Right to Race.
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[@mathiaskaak6945]

This is truly a story of "believe in your dreams" Dream On.

[@didiermeuwly7512]

As a runner and a Swiss citizen I could only dream for Dominic Lobalu to be able to compete for Switzerland. The country would be enriched by a citizen of exceptional talent. His trainer, Marcus Hagmann, is an example of a more humane Switzerland, and he too is a source of inspiration.

[@ssbwin]

l l 0j8k😅ppl

[@davidtidey7498]

Best thing I’ve watched all year. Truly inspirational. Best of luck to Dominic!

[@johncoleman303]

I agree

[@denniskipchumbakimutai]

The best💯💯 Big up💪💪 to coach Markus hagmann, he's really helped Dominic.

[@shaunjordan7155]

Dominic is clearly an exceptional talent, anyone who can get even near Jacob Kipling or beat him is very very very special, l wish him all the best in the pursuit of his Olympic dream. 🇬🇧

[@eliskadokoupilova5890]

Yesterday I saw Dominic in Diamond League 5k race in Oslo competing for Switzerland, finally. I´m literally crying... He improved his personal best and made the new national record. I really wish he qualifies for Olympcs. Fan from Czech Republic :)

[@JamesPradaRanger]

Good guy! 😊

[@eliskadokoupilova5890]

@@JamesPradaRanger And yesterday Europian bronze on 5k among really tough competitors. :)

[@nyykSIUUU]

now won at the european championships! what a story

[@lorenzoquirante8685]

this is the stuff the sport needs

[@dastolh]

What a brilliant coach.

[@dastolh]

And obviously amazing runner.

[@finniankephart8158]

An amazing runner with an amazing heart. He deserves it all.

[@pillarperformance]

What an incredible story. Kudos to the whole team for bringing this to life. Looking forward to seeing Dominic continue to chase his dreams ⚡

[@adrianschmidt3293]

Glückwunsch zum 10K Win! Gönne es ihm so sehr ! :)

[@tdgeeee]

Ja, ja, ja

[@user-ho9lz5gb8r]

What an inspirational story for all of us especially for refugee in all over the world..Good luck Dominic a fan of yours from Eritrea 🇪🇷

[@darenjamesnair8120]

Inspirational 👏 ! Keep going Dominic, a fan of yours from Malaysia 🇲🇾 !

[@mauricepointer9555]

Epic and inspiring video. Congratulations to Dominic on your great accomplishments thus far. All the best to you in everything you do. Looking forward to seeing you compete for Switzerland 🇨🇭 at the 2023 World Athletics Federation Track and Field Championships, and 2024 Olympics.

[@malcolmcornelius7215]

Wow! He is such a talent & deserves his place competing against the best on the World stage ❤

[@dumugi]

amazing story! kudos to On for supporting him along side with markus, hoping his submission get approved. much love.

[@DigimaxWorld]

so well done. made me a fan.

[@CryogenicFire]

I'm rooting for Dominic from UK. ❤

[@josephndozi-okia7706]

He is going to be the greatest I promise.🙌🏾

[@nantedwang755]

It's such an inspiring story and hope more people could have the luck to watch this. Right after seeing this , I google and found the updates as below. All the best to Dominic !!! You are the hero, man ! Love it . Below is the news I just googled. FYI. New athlete invited to join the IOC Refugee Olympic Team Paris 2024. The EB decided to extend an invitation to Dominic Lobalu (athletics) to join and be a full member of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team Paris 2024.Considering that Lobalu has a refugee status in Switzerland, verified by the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR), and has recently achieved the World Athletics standard for participation in the Olympic Games (5,000m), he is fully eligible to be included in the IOC Refugee Olympic Team with immediate effect.

[@fiveplates]

What a great video. "When the coach said 10 minutes off his 10k in 3 years. It's unbelievable. " I got goosebumps. LOL.

[@ThyagoRodriguesFoto]

Inspirational! Keep going Dominic, a fan of yours from Brazil 🇧🇷!!!!

[@ianbarnett6027]

Just brilliant.

[@AnthonyGordonFilmMaker]

Beautifully told Story. This is a true athletic inspiration.

[@samsonallen2122]

Absolutely beautiful I hope someone of his character and talent can be allowed to show it on the world stage, what an inspiration.

[@alistairdavidson3471]

Really good. Lots of depth thanks to the filming over a long period of time. Good insights into the role of the coach. Dominic is such a warm and friendly guy. Can’t wait for the olympics!

[@miles2334]

These are the type of stories that we need to share to get more people involved in running. Amazing story and gives someone to root for

[@mikes5764]

Very inspiring 🙏🏻 Both the runner and the coach! And the landscapes 😊

[@Noah-co9lo]

OMG!! I'm so touched by his story. Anything other than a happy ending would just not be fair..

[@SandflyProductions]

Pure inspiration. Keep going Dominic and team!

[@JamesPradaRanger]

Lobalu ❤

[@simonflora509]

10000m European Champion 2024

[@johnloin4605]

Wow!! Thank you and GO DOMINIC!!!!!!!

[@leonardofontanot4040]

Really emotional and real. This video makes your day better, beacuse gives you a lot of energies and hopes. congratulation to On team, Dominic and his team as well

[@simonbass255]

Amazing documentary! So inspirational. Go Dominic!

[@japanesemeandmyfamily145]

I really hope to see Dominic running at the Olympics. ❤

[@wifi2166]

unreal. so much potential. huge testiment to mark on how giving someone the opportunity and right guidence can wield world record results

[@honestguide4552]

Wonderul story. Super amazing Runner. Thanks 'On for this documentary

[@roryashmore]

Embodies everything I love about my sport, my life & my passion. Running is so simple and pure. Good luck to this man

[@ChristopherHill2293]

Incredible watch

[@hoyalockerroom4732]

Story was so inspiring & transformational…👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@niammacdonald82]

This is why I love running!

[@sammydj87]

Very nice !!!

[@luciaray9063]

Incredible!! Thank you for sharing the movie and best of to you, Dominic!!! Markus, you are an incredible human being. wow

[@dennisvdg009]

What an amazing story! And really well captured. Dominic seems so nice!

[@lucasmoskau6868]

great film, great storytelling. Truly emotional and inspirational! Good job on all fronts

[@valentinegger8870]

Absolutely love this guy 🌞

[@Greenshorts420]

He runs so beautifully 🥰 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤🇰🇪

[@MrElectrifyingVideos]

Best Video i See this year ❤ good luck from Germany. He is a true Inspiration ❤

[@samduggan2543]

Incredible - best running documentary I’ve seen

[@kevinlaurentisolizlichtena3554]

Una Historia muy inspiradora de constancia y determinación gracias a la familia On por hacerlo posible 👏

[@caesar2626]

What a beautiful and inspiring story

[@77ewencameron]

Incredible story. A wonderful athlete and an amazing coach! ❤

[@RunningWithWheelsWA]

Unbelievable Story! What a Runner!

[@tashatherunner]

really loved this!

[@bieziiflow]

Inspirational for me Lobalu Dominic ❤

[@fortisjulio]

Amazing story!!! Dominic, you have a new fan!! ME!! Regards from Mexico.

[@amalcantaraq]

I've really appreciated this story of Dominic Lokinyomo Lobalu and the risk that he has assumed from leaving his natal country (South Sudan) until to left the ART( Athlete Refugee Team ), he was at the limit of wasting all but fortunately as himself said, he was born to suffer even to be punished before reaching the success. He met Markus Hagmann, an man with a great heart that opened the doors to his home and his country (Switzerland). Markus became not only the Dominic's coach, the friend, the father, the guide to lead to the right way. I look forward to seeing Lobalu at World Athletic Championship 2023 in Budapest and after that at the Olympic Games 2024 in Paris. My best wish to Lobalu and all the team that support him.

[@marcsoh6507]

such a great and overwhelming Story

[@emilioo5349]

OMG I just watched him on the first 3k race in Diamond League, however I do not know his history, so touching it is like a movie script

[@carlospedro1476]

Adorei! grande atleta e treinador. a história de vida é muito comovente. Parabéns à On pelo excelente documentário.

[@denyscruz]

Belíssimo documentário. Todo sucesso ao Dominic

[@Exodianotforbidden]

So he is the runner that i have been seeing online, insane strong stride 😮

[@etapepartners]

what a great story !

[@veld66]

What a human story 😭

[@tshepisomasalela]

The best and inspiring video ❤😅all love Dominic 💎💎💎

[@AuntwanetteWhite]

Beautiful

[@Cbanksfitness]

Beautiful story!

[@ThemisTheotokatos]

running looks like a personal sport but it truly is also about the team that is behind the runner to

[@radhikarai5220]

Best video i ever watched

[@frenchballer9401]

Incroyable

[@photo_ALLRAM]

i didn't cry, you did!

[@apostolisp4909]

Inspiring

[@Runstrong_Chris]

Amazing story and video!

[@Gabi-nx5qs]

Good luck Dominic !

[@ludehndorff4thchannel305]

I love watching it here. But as for me i feel like a refugee and a terror to the champs am motivated

[@austinponder2849]

Way to build a story. Great production

[@samdaly6087]

Wow awesome story

[@nefitru]

Like watching a movie! But better cause we'll see so much more of him, I'm sure

[@robertbell387]

Wow, it's wild how many of us kill ourselves training to get a scholarship to college and then you have people like this killing themselves to compete at a high level just to support their families. It really makes me thankful for what i have and how lucky we are that we could give up running and live a normal life, whereas that wouldn't be possible for him and his family.

[@terciosantana4697]

i hope he makes it to the olympics!!!

[@runningscents2532]

who the hell is cutting onions up in here😆 great stuff!

[@am24526]

See you in Budapest Dominic!

[@user-vv5dc5bu3s]

감사합니다 전 당신을 응원합니다 그나저나 ON 계속 서포트 해주세요!!

[@comebouvet45]

❤

[@afknow]

awesome video

[@ChiBui-ul5jc]

Now I understand "Dream On"

[@EastShelby]

What is the song in the closing credits? Amazing story, beautifully made video, and great human beings involved. Thank you for sharing and supporting this man’s dream.

[@dustinlaumusic7401]

Hey thanks for asking about the song. I had the privilege of doing the score for the film and wrote that specifically for the end credits. Maybe It’ll release sometime. But I call it “Glory”. :)

[@vladimirgeorgiev3369]

@@dustinlaumusic7401 Outstanding work, Dustin! Soul-stirring gospel performances in the end makes the whole movie complete! Keep going, Domenic!

[@dustinlaumusic7401]

Thank you so much for saying that! I really appreciate it

[@Georgehwp]

Don't understand World Athletics attitude on this at all? He might be a "Hero to Refugees" said as if it's an awful thing. They seem to have a very weird stance of acting like bystanders.

[@monochon]

WE HAVE TO MAKE HIS DREAM BECOME TRUE :)

[@trygvewatne]

What is the song playing at the end credits?

[@riasmalbrugge3642]

☝️👑☝️

[@Tatlone]

What’s the song playing over the final credits?

[@fritzjrpreimess1973]

29:07 #Love

[@fritzjrpreimess1973]

@gratitude ouzing out

[@sidl8840]

Just give him Swiss citizenship.That will fix it😊

[@InamUllah-di3sg]

I need you sir...I am here alone...I am the best runner

[@stuartwalker6786]

If he's a Swiss citizen(?), It's weird that he can't just run for Switzerland! There are plenty of Kenyans and Ethiopians running for Qatar and Israel!

[@jeremyfoo6984]

Unfortunately he isn't a Swiss citizen. He merely has asylum status there.

[@stuartwalker6786]

@@jeremyfoo6984 👍It would be nice if Switzerland gave him citizenship.. fingers crossed!

[@davidazevedo6705]

Sorry but European record? No

[@joshuaolayanju9658]

He got his citizenship, and got the record. Well deserved.

[@maxpowder700]

Seems to me he makes too many excuses 🤨

[@donaldpump287]

How so?

[@CYBERMIK4056]

He says hes 25years old but i guess hes over 30years old

[@annaliesmith8699]

Beautiful