As the International Olympic Committee's evaluation team visits Tokyo, reporters from the Chicago Tribune evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the three cities vying with Chicago for the 2016 Summer Games: Tokyo would be the safe choice, Rio de Janeiro promises romance and a historic first, while Madrid fields the experienced team.
TOKYO has financial, technical aspects of hosting covered
With Mt. Fuji as a backdrop, Tokyo can boast of its compact city center and excellent mass transit. But only 70 percent of people support the bid, polls show. (Kyodo Photo)
MADRID seeks spot on world stage
Organizers of Madrid's bid hope that winning the event will help the city overcome racial incidents at games for the Real Madrid soccer team. (Getty file photo 2007)
RIO bid focuses on atmosphere, emerging economy
Crowds celebrate beneath the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro in October af the city was chosen as host of the 2014 World Cup. (AP file photo)
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