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Manx athletes in Olympics opening ceremony

Tim Kneale and Mark Cavendish represent Team GB

The Rio Olympic Games has been officially declared open during a ceremony at the iconic Maracana.

Taking part in the parade of nations – two Manxies, shooter Tim Kneale and cyclist Mark Cavendish who are representing Team GB.

This is the moment they emerged into the arena with team mates while tennis star Andy Murray carried the British flag.

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