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Dutch beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde, who was sentenced to prison in Britain eight years ago for child rape, will not be staying at the Paris Olympic Village The Dutch Olympic Committee has announced that the 29-year-old, who will be competing with partner Matthew Immers, will be living in alternative accommodation during the event at his own request. The aim is to ensure “a safe sporting environment for all Olympic participants,” the statement said. There will also be no media contact during his stay in Paris for the July 26-August 11 Games. Van de Velde’s participation in the Ol…

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