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Brazil welcomes the world with open arms

Before the world’s greatest sporting event kicks off, Brazil can say with confidence: We are ready to host the first Olympic and Paralympic Games in South America.

The Olympic Village, housing more than 17,000 participating athletes in one of Rio de Janeiro’s most beautiful settings, has just been inaugurated. All sports facilities, especially those serving the Olympic Park in the Barra da Tijuca neighbourhood, are also up and ready.

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