Olympics-Cycling-Mountain bike course undamaged by fire-organisers (Reuters)
By Martyn Herman RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug 16 (Reuters) – The Olympic mountain bike venue escaped serious damage after a fire swept through nearby land on Monday, organisers of this weekend’s men’s and women’s events said on Tuesday. “Following careful assessment carried out this morning, the Union Cycliste Internationale can confirm that the Rio 2016 Mountain Bike course has not suffered any damage which will affect the competition or the integrity of the venue,” a statement read. “All operations will resume today as planned with National Olympic Committees being given the opportunity to walk the course later in the morning.” Rio 2016 spokesman Mario Andrada said the fire had started behind the nearby shooting venue and spread towards the mountain bike circuit, a temporary facility that will be removed after the Games has finished.