RIO 2016 PARALYMPIC TORCH

The Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic torches were created together, as the result of a unique conceptual platform of Passion and Transformation ? the essence of the Rio 2016 brands. The decision to start from a single design concept reflects the two objects’ sense of equality and equivalence of importance. When closed, therefore, the two torches look the same. When open, the Olympic and Paralympic souls reveal themselves, in all their specific details.

In the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games’ torch, sinuous and continuous reliefs simulate the high and low points in the life of a Paralympic athlete, based on determination and achievements. Its quadrangular texture refers to the four Paralympic values ? courage, determination, inspiration and equality ? which are also written in Braille on the objects.

THE PARALYMPIC TORCH

When we light the flame of the Paralympic Games, we will illuminate inspiring examples, celebrating creativity, diversity and will be a time to awaken our consciousness regarding a truth that not everyone realises: our differences do not make us different. The flame is carried using torches, in a relay taking the Paralympic message beyond the host city and ending with the lighting of the cauldron at the Games opening ceremony.

As one of the Rio 2016 Torch’s main innovative attributes, its segments open in an upward motion, like a body that stretches its boundaries, guided by the values of the Paralympic Movement: courage, determination, inspiration and equality.

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O ponto mais alto da Tocha Olímpica é representado pelo Sol

THE SKY

The highest part of the Paralympic torch represents the sun, which, like Brazilians, shines and illuminates wherever it passes. Its golden colour represents the ultimate triumph at the Games.

THE MOUNTAINS

Rio’s natural beauty, expressed in the curves of its hills and valleys.

THE SEA

Organic and fluid ripples represent the sea, present in the landscapes of Brazil and Rio.

THE GROUND

Our land, which is part of our history. Represented by the Copacabana promenade, Brazil’s most famous patch of ground.

Braille

The four values of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games are present on the torch handle, in bilingual text and in braille, bringing the object closer to people with visual impairments:

Courage
Determination
Inspiration
Equality

PARALYMPIC SPIRIT

Winding, continuous protrusions simulate the highs and lows of a life based on achievements. The fluctuation of the moving elements express determination.

HARMONIOUS DIVERSITY

The unity between singular and unequal elements represents the spirit of cooperation, respect for differences and the shared goal of sport.

CONTAGIOUS ENERGY

The segments open up like a body that expands and surpasses its expected limits, in an attitude that excels, excites and inspires.

REAL INVOLVEMENT

With inscriptions in braille, the torch communicates values that guide towards positive attitudes, creating a lasting connection that allows a new perception of the world, valuing diversity.

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THE KISS

The torch opens up at the moment of the “kiss,” when the flame passes from one torchbearer to another.

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