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." Latest updates IPL Interviews IPL Videos Fixtures IPL Pictures IPL Features IPL Quiz My IPL 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.