The Olympics will be in South America for the first time, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) awarded the 2016 Games to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil earlier today.
Despite a strong bid, the IOC eliminated Chicago’s proposal for hosting the 2016 Olympics & Paralympics in the 1st round while Tokyo was knocked out in the second round.
Learn more at USA Today article below
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/olympics/2009-10-02-rio-2016-olympics_N.htm
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| Winter 2010 Summer 2012 Winter 2014 Summer 2016 |
Vancouver, Canada London, Great Britain Sochi, Russia Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
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Below is a snapshot of Chicago’s campaign
Olympian Luol Deng and Paralympian Matt Scott demonstrate their passion and dedication for the game of basketball.
Take a virtual tour through the streets, buildings, and common areas of Chicago 2016’s proposed Olympic and Paralympic Village.
Watch as Olympians and Paralympians take you through Chicago 2016’s proposed venue experience.
Additional YouTube videos on the Chicago 2012
http://www.youtube.com/user/chi2016#play/all
Chicago’s 45-minute presentation and subsequent 15-minute question and answer session with the IOC.
http://www.nbcchicago.com/station/as-seen-on/Watch_Chicago_s_2016_Olympic_Presentation_Chicago.html
