Michael Phelps
RIO 2016
Phelps was chosen to be the American flag bearer at the opening ceremony, which was the first Olympic opening ceremony that he would attend.
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On This Day - What happened 5 August 2016 AD
Check most memorable events 5 August 2016 AD.
- Hong Kong independence
Hong Kong pro-independence activists launched a rally
On 5 August, the Hong Kong pro-independence activists launched a rally which was dubbed "first pro-independence rally in Hong Kong" and drew about 2,500 people.
- Michael Phelps
RIO 2016
Phelps was chosen to be the American flag bearer at the opening ceremony, which was the first Olympic opening ceremony that he would attend.
- Hong Kong independence
Hong Kong pro-independence activists launched a rally
On 5 August, the Hong Kong pro-independence activists launched a rally which was dubbed "first pro-independence rally in Hong Kong" and drew about 2,500 people.