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WATCH: Massive fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome

A fire broke out Wednesday morning at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome, prompting a major emergency response from firefighters.

Published April 9, 2026, 6:42 PM

Updated April 9, 2026, 9:48 PM3.7K

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Massive fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome

A fire broke out Wednesday morning at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome, prompting a major emergency response from firefighters.

April 9, 2026

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WATCH: Massive fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome

Massive fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome

A fire broke out Wednesday morning at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome, prompting a major emergency response from firefighters.

April 9, 2026

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