It is a relay for competition, friendship, and peaceful coexistence. It's an event that many people dream of being a part of, and are. The Olympic Torch Relay chooses hundreds of people with special stories that symbolize the Olympic ideal. There are huge variation in the types of people that carry the torch, everyone from family of the Olympic competitors, religous leaders, and the medical miracles, hundreds apply and are allowed the great honor of relayin this great symbol across the globe. It is an event that unites the nations. While the sports section of the Olympics may only draw those who enjoy spectatating sports. The torch signifies more, it unites nations with the common ideals, amazing stories, and culture of every country involved.