Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Athletes from Team GB and Team Ireland compete in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio.
Pat Hickey released from hospital for questioning
Arrested OCI official Pat Hickey has been released from hospital and taken to a Rio de Janeiro police station for questioning, a statement on the Olympic Council of Ireland (OCI) said.
Brazilian police arrested Europe's top Olympic official in a dawn raid on his hotel on Wednesday, in connection with an investigation into the illegal resale of Olympics tickets. The 71\-year\-old was admitted to Samaritano hospital for chest pain after his arrest.
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Barnes turns professional and targets Belfast debut
Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes has announced his decision to turn professional following disappointment at the Rio Olympics.
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NI sailors McGovern and Seaton finish 10th in 49er class
Northern Ireland sailors Ryan Seaton and Matt McGovern finished 10th in the 49er class, after ending Thursday in ninth in the medal race.
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Boxing chief moved from post after judging controversy
The head of Olympic boxing's governing body has been "reassigned" in the wake of judging controversy which has blighted the Rio Games.