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Rio Olympics 2016: Synchronised swimming makes a splash at the Games, stunning and confusing viewers in equal measure

SYNCHRONISED swimming really has been making a splash at the Olympics.

The Games always gives the chance for viewers to watch a sport which is completely alien to them, and many have been both stunned and confused in equal measure.

China show perfect unison in their team display - the final is this afternoon
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China show perfect unison in their team display - the final is this afternoonCredit: Getty Images
The team of Japan make some noise during their routine
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The team of Japan make some noise during their routineCredit: Getty Images
Viewers have been left gobsmacked by the synchronised Swimming routines
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Viewers have been left gobsmacked by the synchronised swimming routinesCredit: EPA
Can Russia add team event gold to their duet triumph?
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Can Russia add team event gold to their duet triumph?Credit: Getty Images

Russia won the women's duet with a impressive score of 98.5333 out of 100, with China in second and Japan in third.

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Only one more medal is up for grabs – in the women's team event. The final takes place this afternoon at the Maria Lenk Aquatics Centre.

The slick Russia currently lead the team event after their 'Themes of the City' routine.

Japan's Yukiko Inui and Risako Mitsui sealed bronze
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Japan's Yukiko Inui and Risako Mitsui sealed bronze in the duetCredit: Getty Images
Synchronised Swimming - Olympics: Day 11
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Rio 2016 Olympics: Synchronised Swimming Women's Duet Free
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China's duet started like this.
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China's duet started like this.Credit: Rex Features

Japan summoned ancient traditions in their hypnotising routine, while Brazil incorporated dancing to a rock number.

Greece pulled off a James Bond-themed routine
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Greece pulled off a James Bond-themed routine in their duetCredit: Getty Images
But they only finished 10th
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But they only finished 10thCredit: EPA

Greece wowed viewers with a James Bond-themed display, but they did not wow the judges – they finished 10th in place in the women's duet (watch below).

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