‘Sport and diplomacy share values,’ says Nuzman at UN
Rio 2016 President highlights common goals with UN and IOC as Olympic flame visits in Switzerland on route to Brazil
Rio 2016 President highlights common goals with UN and IOC as Olympic flame visits in Switzerland on route to Brazil
Landmarks in 12 countries illuminated with colours of Brazilian flag in anticipation of first Olympic Games in South America
Showdowns between regional champions, historic rematches and Olympic debutants – tournament promises mouth-watering matches
Ceremony at iconic Panathenaic Stadium celebrates Greek and Brazilian culture before Olympic Torch relay moves on to Switzerland
As Olympic venues and transport links receive finishing touches, Mayor reveals plans for extra holidays and new entertainment zones
A triple Olympic champion in the individual foil, the Italian fought her final match on the innovative X-shaped pistes of Rio 2016
Torch relay, last test events, opening ceremony... final details are being completed ahead of first Olympic Games in South America
Swimmer Ibrahim Al-Hussein, who lost part of his leg in bombing, followed by hundreds of kids as he carries torch in Eleonas camp
Six days of competition at Rio Olympic Arena come to an end with competitors and spectators hungry for more
Almost 700 athletes from 88 countries competed in World Cup event at Olympic Shooting Centre