The 2016 Rio Olympics are finally underway. After months of worrying about Zika, Brazil's water quality, and a host of other issues, the world's best athletes have congregated in Rio. It's still reportedly a mess: the Olympic village is unfinished, the water is still unsafe for swimming, and there isn't even coffee. Yet, athletes are overlooking these issues to put on the best showing for their countries.
They're competing for their native country's respect and those medals.
While the Olympics are all about sports, some celebrities, many of whom happen to be athletes, are also partaking in the fun. Serena Williams, Gisele Bündchen, Michael Phelps, and a legion of other celebs presented and carried the Olympic torch, or held their country's flag during the opening ceremony and events leading up to the big show.
Many of them are sharing the beauty of the Olympics on Instagram. Here are some of the most stunning celebrity photos of the event so far...
Morgan Lake, high jump
We're a little bit obsessed with the British high jump champion, Morgan Lake, pictured here with Jazmin Sawyers and sprinter Dina Asher-Smith (l literally flying the flag for the UK.
Photo: Via @morganalexandralake.
Sarah Attar, 800m
Imagine being both a professional and an artist? Meet Sarah Attar, the saudi Arabian 800m champ who also happens to be a brilliant photographer.
Photo: Via @sarahattar.
Siobhan-Marie O'Connor, swimmer
The British Olympic swimme r posted this 4 days ago of an empty pool- fast forward less than a week and she's bagged an Olympic silver for GB in the water. Woop!
Photo: via @siobhanmoconnor95.
Tom Daley, Team GB Diver
Diving champ Tom Daley gets a group selfie with #teamGB ahead of the opening ceremony in Rio.
Photo: via @tomdaley1994.
Venus Williams, U.S. Tennis Player
Williams is the No. 6 ranked tennis player in the world, so of course, she's representing America at the Olympics. "Good morning red, white and blue sky's [sic] of #rio #olympics," she wrote on Instagram.
Photo via @venuswilliams.
Johanna Konta, Team GB Tennis Singles Champ
Great British tennis champ Johanna Konta, who has eased through the second round of women's singles with fellow GB team member with Heather Watson goofing around on court.
Photo: via @jokonta91.
Camilla Belle, American Actor
Belle's gorgeous shot of the fireworks captures the beauty of the event. Best of all, Brazil is her mother's native country, so this summer Olympics has special meaning for her.
"I still can't believe I was at the Opening Ceremony of the Olympics in Rio with my Mom...celebrating together in her home country," she wrote on Instagram in English and Spanish. "A moment I will never forget."
Photo via @camillabelle.
Tonia Couch, Team GB Diver
Tonia Couch, the British Olympic dive champion adds a few inches to her height with the help of American basketball players DeMarcus Cousins and DeAndre Jordan.
Photo: via @toniacouch.
Jazz Carlin, Team GB Swimmer
British swimmer Jazz Carlin – who nabbed silver in the women's 400m freestyle yesterday – makes a splash.
Photo: via @jazzcarlin.
Gisele Bündchen, Brazilian Model
Now, that is a dress. Bündchen showstopper of a gown was fitting garb for the opening ceremony party.
"It was very exciting to be part of this special moment. Everyone involved worked with dedication and passion to create a show that gave the world a glimpse of our history and Brazil's essence," she wrote on Instagram. "It was beautifully presented. Our Brazilian community is hard-working, cheerful, and welcoming. I believe that we showed the world the beauty of our diversity."
Photo: Jamie Squire/Getty Images.
Jessica Ennis- Hill, Team GB Heptathlete
Olympic Heptathlon Champion, Jessica Ennis-Hill takes a snap from the athlete's village. Have a look at what she has for breakfast here...
Photo: via @jessicaennishill.
Alessandro Ambrosio, Brazilian Model
The native Brazilian carried the Olympic torch, an honour for any person given the chance. She said as much in an Instagram post.
"Today it was an honor to carry the Olympic torch!!!" she wrote. "I'm so proud and grateful to be Brazilian and to represent my country !!!! What an Epic moment for me..."
Photo: Buda Mendes/Getty Images.
Rafael Nadal, Spanish Tennis Player
Rafael was out in force showing support for The Games. "Proud to represent #Spain in #Rio2016!!" he wrote in both English and Spanish on Instagram.
Photo via @rafaelnadal.
Dina Asher-Smith, Team GB Sprinter
Dina Asher-Smith shares a selfie in her GB kit. Read our interview with the fastest woman in British history here.
Photo: via @dinaashersmith.
Serena Williams, U.S. Tennis Player
Williams and her fellow Team USA players are wearing America's team colours. She's already a gold medalist and is looking to add to her total this summer.
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