The last eight lightings of the Olympic torch
From Los Angeles in 1984 to London four years ago the Olympic torch has passed through every continent on earth. Rio will take up the flame for 2016.
From Los Angeles in 1984 to London four years ago the Olympic torch has passed through every continent on earth.
Rio de Janeiro will take up the flame for 2016 on Friday night at the opening ceremony in the Maracanã Stadium.
The Games begin on Saturday, with track and field -- and Usain Bolt -- getting underway next weekend.