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Football, Volleyball Spearhead Olympic Ticket Demand
The five most sought-after Olympics sports by Brazilians, in order, are volleyball, football, swimming, basketball and athletics.
Volleyball and football most sought after for Brazilain fans seeking Olympics 2016 tickets.© AP
Rio de Janerio:
Football and volleyball remain the most popular sports for Brazilians seeking tickets to the Rio 2016 Olympics, organisers said.
But demand is rising for traditional sports like athletics and swimming, according to figures released by the local organising committee.
The five most sought-after sports, in order, are volleyball, football, swimming, basketball and athletics.
Brazilian residents have until April 30 to apply for tickets in the first of two draws.
Only those who register for the first installment are eligible for the second.
Non-Brazilian residents are now able to contact authorized ticket resellers in their countries.
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