Athletes of Pan Statementes

Rio de Janeiro was the stage for the biggest sporting event of the Americas, the 2007 Pan-American Games. Over the course of 17 days, 5,662 athletes from 42 countries showed off their skill, perseverance and talent as they competed for 1,076 gold, silver and bronze medals in 47 different sporting events.

During these Games, foreign athletes and managers got to know the city's infrastructure for organized sports. In their free time, they could also make use of the countless outdoor areas dedicated to exercise, strolls and leisure activities.

See some statements from people saying what they found unique about Rio.

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