"We apologise for everybody standing in line outside the venues," Games spokesman Mario Andrada told reporters. Outside, lines stretched for several blocks as angry fans stood in full sun, waiting as security staff struggled. Games organisers blamed the snafu on a lack of coordination between various groups of security personnel, including the police, Games staff and private security firms. Organisers have applied tight security around the venues, amid concerns that the Games could be a target for militants. It's absurd, ridiculous," said Rio resident Natalia Carvalho, 28, who had wanted to see Brazilian gymnast and medal hopeful Arthur Zanetti compete.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 06, 2016 17:37 UTC