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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."

Published : Jun 15, 2016 14:45 IST , Rio de Janeiro

Marc Lancaster
Rio 2016 Olympics medals were unveiled by the organising committee on Tuesday.
Rio 2016 Olympics medals were unveiled by the organising committee on Tuesday.
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Rio 2016 Olympics medals were unveiled by the organising committee on Tuesday.

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."

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