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The Latest: Rio organizers cite water quality improvements

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The Latest on the IOC executive board meetings (all times local):

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Organizers of the Rio de Janeiro Olympics say they briefed the IOC on water quality improvements for the sailing and rowing venues.

Water pollution has been a major concern in the Guanabara Bay, where the Olympic sailing competition will take place, and the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, site of rowing and canoe sprint events.

Rio organizers discussed the pollution issue Thursday in their final presentation to the IOC executive board before the Aug. 5-21 games.

Spokesman Mario Andrada says organizers listed recent anti-pollution efforts will ensure "athletes will compete in clean safe waters in the games.