Brazilian rapper Karol Conka, the rapper performing at Rio 2016 opening ceremony?
The 29-year-old perform on Friday during the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Simone Biles ready to soar at 2016 Olympic Games
Too young to compete in 2012, American gymnast favoured to win all-around gold
US swimming legend Michael Phelps plies uncharted medal waters at Rio 2016
American swimmer seeks to add to record total of 18 individual Olympic golds
Who is Alberto Santos-Dumont, the aviator celebrated at the Rio 2016 opening ceremony?
Bis 14, the aeroplane flown by the 'father of aviation' is set to 'fly' inside the Maracana during the festivities
Rio 2016 opening ceremonies stage inspired by prolific Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer
Curves and modernist style of the opening ceremonies stage draws inspiration from legendary architect Oscar Niemeyer
Flag bearers of all nations at the opening ceremony for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Discover who is leading your country out at the Maracanã Stadium
Ready to light up Rio 2016: Olympic flame ends its epic journey in host city
Rio's most famous landmarks were the final ports of call for an Olympic torch that has travelled 26,000km across Brazil
Rio 2016 opening ceremony: who is Ludmilla and what is the funk melody sound?
Ludmilla gained fame in 2012 when a video she released went viral on YouTube. Now she is performing to a television audience of 3bn people around the world
What time is Olympic Games opening ceremony for Rio 2016 and how long does it go on for?
The range of starting times is vast. The ceremony starts at 20:00 in Brazil, 01:00 in Denmark and 11:00 in Fiji
Brazil's Thiago Pereira out to sink Michael Phelps, swimmer who 'pushed him to be here' at Rio 2016
Pereira has a long-lasting rivalry - and friendship - with US swimmers Phelps and Ryan Lochte
