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Cape Town – The greatest sporting event of the year kicks off in three days.
The Rio 2016 Olympics will see the world's greatest athletes compete on the biggest sporting stage.
Big brands are taking full advantage of the event as they roll out adverts to hype the games.
It's an all round feels fest from inspirational, to funny and even a sombre look at the sacrifices athletes make.
Here are 7 of our favourite adverts
1. Visa: Carpool to Rio
Olympians hitch a ride to the games in this feel good advert. Shout out to our very own Wayde Van Niekerk who makes a quick dash.
Watch it here:
2. Investec: Burning Ambition
South African swimming sensation Cameron van der Burgh swims amongst flames.
Watch it here:
3. Samsung: The World's Anthem
One word. Goosebumps. Samsung combines all the nations anthems into one song.
Watch it here:
4. Gillette: Perfect isn't Pretty
Set to Sia's powerful Unstoppable vocals this advert takes a look into the hard work and sacrifices athletes put in to become the best.
Watch it here:
5. Samsung: The Chant
In honour of South Sudan's first Olympics Samsung captures the nation's pride with The Chant and tells the story of 19-year-old Margret Rumat Rumat Hassan's preparation for the games.
Watch it here:
6. Gatorade: Never Lose the Love
Every great athlete was a little athlete. The Gatorade advert sees Olympians being motivated by their younger selves.
Watch it here:
7. P&G: Thank You Mom
Behind every great athlete there's a mom pushing them, motivating them and protecting them. This advert praises moms for their strength and inspiration.
Watch it here:
Keep up to date with all the Olympic action here.
