Mark Reason: Inspirational Kiwi athletes elevate the Rio Olympic GamesPHOTOSPORT Valerie Adams' gracious reaction after being pipped for gold should serve as an example to all athletes. But these Games have turned out to be about people, not money, and there can be no more glorious legacy. At the time of writing all four of New Zealand's gold medals, and 10 out of the total medal count of 14, had been won on the water. At times some of New Zealand's Olympic coverage has been similarly depressing. In the great scheme of things China still won the team gold.

Source: Stuff August 20, 2016 17:03 UTC