Sailing legend Robert Scheidt carries hopes of host nation at Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Brazilian sailor heads into his sixth Olympic Games with the goal of claiming a sixth medal
Rio beyond the beach: culture, history and character await visitors to the bustling centre of the Olympic city
There’s another side to Rio waiting to be explored. The city’s central district is a great place to start your journey of discovery.
Rio 2016's one-of-a-kind rowing venue provides challenges and opportunities
Lagoa Stadium, set on a lake in the heart of the city, will provide a unique environment for Olympic Games athletes and spectators
'Pin-heads' arrive at Olympic Park to set up trading swap-shops
Collecting is a fanatical sideline craze at every Olympic Games, with over 800 new pin designs created for Rio 2016
Peer review: team-mates vote for Michael Phelps as USA flag-bearer at Rio 2016 opening ceremony
The most decorated Olympian in history will take part in athletes' parade for the first time
Modern masterpiece returns to Rio as city shows off the best in Brazilian art
Abaporu, painted by Tarsila do Amaral in 1928, is back in Rio for the first time since 1995 as part of a special exhibition at the new Art Museum of Rio (MAR)
Nadal confirms he will play at Rio 2016, as Djokovic and Murray hit the courts
Spaniard to compete despite wrist injury, while rivals Murray and Djokovic train for first time in new Olympic venue
Rio 2016 opening ceremony: the musical stars who will get the Olympic Games started
Samba legend Elza Soares and 12-year-old rap prodigy MC Soffia are among the highlights, along with models Gisele Bündchen and Lea T
Late call-up to Great Britain rowing squad completes remarkable comeback for Jack Beaumont
Beaumont, who broke his back in 2015, drafted into in men's quadruple sculls team after flu-like symptoms force Graeme Thomas's withdrawal
Final countdown: Olympic torch to arrive in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday as Games fever takes hold
As the epic three-month relay enters its last days, the torch will enter Rio under sail and visit all corners of the Olympic city
