As teams from across continents sweat it out to go faster, higher, stronger, here’s a re-look at the numbers that the organizers deal with in order for smooth and fair conduct of the games. Running the greatest sporting event of Rio 2016 is no child’s play!!
Rio 2016 Facts & Figures
- 206 Countries
- 306 Medal Events
- 27 Editions of the Olympic Summer Games
- 136500 People involving behind it
- 42 Sports will be contested
- 30 Test Events will be staged
- 32 Competition Venues will be staged
- 10500 Athletic Participants
Supplies needed for Rio 2016 show
- 25000 tennis balls
- 11 million meals
- 34000 beds
- 72000 tables
- 100000 chairs
- 60000 clothes hanger
- 315 Horses
- 8400 Shuttlecocks
Here’s a link to explore, and have fun with the Olympic mascots.
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