Rio can deliver great Games, with hard work – IOC
The International Olympic Committee says Rio has enough time to do the hard work necessary to deliver a “great Games”
“Brazil is prepared,” promises Rio 2016 security chief
In the fight against terrorism, border reinforcement and international cooperation are key measures being taken to ensure a safe event
Atos signs contract with Finnish Olympic Committee
IOC TOP Sponsor Atos has extended its long-standing cooperation with the Olympic movement with a new cooperation with the Finnish Olympic Committee.
Turf technology put to test in Rio
Brazilian?themed field-of?play colours were unveiled as eight national teams competed at Rio 2016’s hockey test event at the Deodoro Olympic Park on 24 November
Olympics immune to Petrobras crisis says Rio 2016
Organisers of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games have contracted work to a wide range of companies to safeguard against the risk of suppliers being implicated in the Petrobras corruption scandal
Red Bull gives beach volleyball wings
The FIVB has partnered with Red Bull to give beach volleyball a lift as Rio 2016 approaches, with Swatch renewing sponsorship of flagship events
Rio 2016 at its most intense phase of preparation – IOC
The IOC coordination commission says Rio has made solid progress on its delayed preparations to host the 2016 Olympic Games but there still is a lot to deliver, with 21 test events and very aggressive timelines for venues looming
IOC visits Rio to check progress on 2016 Games
The IOC Coordination Commission starts its audit of Rio’s progress as International Golf Federation says that the golf course will be ready on time
Rio will be ready, says Paralympic president
Sir Philip Craven, president of the International Paralympic Committee, is fully confident that Rio will host a spectacular Paralympic Games in 2016
Will the marvellous city live up to its name?
What does Rio need to do to deliver on its promise of a great Games, and what has the city learned from hosting the World Cup?