There have been complaints about shoddy construction at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro - seems like they have basis in fact. From the UK Guardian:
Olympic sailing ramp in Rio de Janeiro collapses
The main ramp of Marina da Gloria, the sailing venue of the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, has partially collapsed, raising further questions about the quality of construction in the Olympic host city.
Philip Wilkinson, a spokesman for the Rio 2016 organising committee, said high tides and stormy seas on Saturday were to blame for the damage. The collapsed structure, which is temporary, is the main access point for boats to reach the water. No one was injured in the incident.
Wilkinson said the construction company responsible for the project has been contacted and was expected to make the repairs within four days. Sailing competitions begin on 8 August.
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The article mentions another accident that cost two lives:
Rio’s construction standards have been under heavy criticism since April, when a new elevated bike path that was heralded as a top legacy project of the Rio Olympics collapsed, killing two people.
Like I said in the title, I would worry about being in the grandstands especially during an emotional play when people are jumping and moving around.
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