It made for an unsettling day one of the Rio Games, which were launched in a blaze of colour by Friday's flamboyant opening ceremony. Brazilian military carried out a controlled explosion near the Copacabana finish line of Rio Olympics men's road cycling race on Saturday, witnesses said. RIO DE JANEIRO - The Rio Olympics got off to a troubled start on Saturday as a loud blast erupted near the cycling race's finish line and a bullet ripped through the media tent at the equestrian venue. Rio Olympics spokesman Mario Andrada apologised for the long queues and admitted the tournament needed to raise its game. In swimming, China's Sun Yang will defend his 400m crown later on Saturday, and Britain's Tour de France Chris Froome was among the road race competitors.

Source: Bangkok Post August 06, 2016 18:45 UTC