Rio 2016 is fast approaching! In this post you find an overview of the most recent news items. From venue construction to the Look of the Games.
Venues
Rio 2016 receives keys to International Broadcast Centre in Barra Olympic Park
Giant building from where images of Olympic and Paralympic Games will be transmitted was one of the most complex construction projects, says city mayor
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com
New images show key venues for Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games taking shape
Overhead photos show progress at Barra Olympic Park, Deodoro Olympic Park and athletes’ village
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com
Preparations at Rio 2016 canoe slalom venue “picking up in intensity” ahead of test event, says ICF
The International Canoe Federation (ICF) have claimed preparations at the Rio 2016 canoe slalom venue “have been picking up in intensity” in recent weeks ahead of this month’s test event.
Source / read full article: Inside The Games
World Rowing Federation declares itself happy with water quality at Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas
Health survey after test event shows that water conditions at Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic venue are ‘very acceptable’
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com
Brazil’s most costly football stadium may not host Olympic games
Read full article: SBS / Reuters
Sailors welcome announcement of courses and schedule for Rio 2016 Olympic regatta
With three courses inside Guanabara Bay and two in open ocean, competitors say diversity of racing areas means best all-round sailors will top the podium
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com
Barra Olympic Park, heart of the Rio 2016 Games, more than 90 per cent complete
City government’s monthly update on construction progress shows that 12 venues are now at least 90 per cent built
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com
Infographic Rio 2016 venues
Source: Estadão
Sports
Second wave of Rio 2016 Test Events start today
- November 12 to November 14; Rio 2016 Boccia test event
- November 18 to November 21; Rio 2016 Table Tennis test event
FIFA: Match schedule for Rio 2016 unveiled
The match schedule for the next Men’s and Women’s Olympic Football Tournaments has been unveiled, with the iconic Maracana stadium set to host both finals.
Source / read full article: FIFA.com
Transportation
Rio airport to close for Olympic sailing
Rio de Janeiro’s domestic airport will close for four-and-a-half hours a day during the 10-day Olympic sailing competition on Guanabara Bay, the government has announced.
Source / read full article: Bangkok Post
Monocle 24 on digital urbanism in Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to city planning, digital urbanism is a rapidly developing field. Add a global event such as the Olympics into the mix and having a digital strategy becomes an essential element of any city.
Tickets
Online ticket sales for Rio 2016 Olympic Games to start for Brazilian residents
First-come-first-served phase will offer tickets left over after two draws and returned – including some to the most sought-after sessions
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com
Look of the Games
Rio 2016 presents official products expected to generate R$1 billion in Brazilian retail market
Havaianas flip-flops, Lego models of mascots and collectors’ stamps and coins among the highlights in São Paulo showroom
Source / read full article: Rio2016.com