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For many Brazilians living in the favelas, survival is the sole objective, but boxing is giving kids the chance to dream of a life away from violent crime.

A boxing gym is fuelling the hopes of Rio's youngsters in one of the city's most deprived and dangerous areas.

For many Brazilians living in the favelas, survival is the sole objective, but boxing is giving kids the chance to dream of a life away from violent crime.

Click on the attached video for Thursday's instalment from Orla Chennaoui's visit to Rio de Janeiro.

Wednesday saw Orla encounter alligator issues near the Olympic golf course

On Tuesday, we looked at concerns over the cleanliness of water in Rio.

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Monday's report focused on security concerns ahead of the Olympic Games.