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Rio de Janeiro to host 2016 Olympic Games
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Updated: 2009-10-03 01:05

Rio de Janeiro to host 2016 Olympic Games

Members of the Rio de Janiero delegation celebrate after Rio de Janiero was awarded the 2016 Olympic Games during the 121st IOC session in Copenhagen October 2, 2009, defeating Madrid in the final round of voting. [Agencies]

Rio de Janeiro to host 2016 Olympic Games

President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil (R) hugs former national soccer player Pele as they celebrate after Rio de Janiero was awarded the 2016 Olympic Games during the 121st IOC session in Copenhagen October 2, 2009, defeating Madrid in the final round of voting. [Agencies]