More Sports More Sports Rio 2016 Olympics medal design unveiled The front of the Olympic medals features the Rio 2016 logo and the five Olympic rings, while the back portrays a winged figure inside a stadium and the words "XXXI Olimpiada Rio 2016." Marc Lancaster Rio de Janeiro 15 June, 2016 14:45 IST Rio 2016 Olympics medals were unveiled by the organising committee on Tuesday. Marc Lancaster Rio de Janeiro 15 June, 2016 14:45 IST Athletes headed to Brazil this summer now know exactly what to visualise as they imagine winning a medal. The Rio 2016 organising committee unveiled its Olympic and Paralympic medals on Tuesday, showcasing a simple, straightforward design in gold, silver and bronze. The front of the Olympic medals features the Rio 2016 logo and the five Olympic rings, while the back portrays a winged figure inside a stadium and the words "XXXI Olimpiada Rio 2016." Subscribe to our daily newsletter Get your daily dose of Sportstar with handpicked stories delivered right to your inbox! SUBSCRIBE Please enter a valid email address.