Harvard’s sports teams could face massive losses if international students are banned

Harvard is known for being one of the top academic institutions in the world. But the university’s sports teams also draw top talent from across the globe. About 20% of all Harvard athletes come from abroad. The World’s Bianca Hillier reports on which sports are at risk if the Trump administration’s ban on international students takes effect.

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