28-04-2012, 11:42 PM
The Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games is on Friday, 27 July 2012.![[Image: 2911187824439582102.jpg]](http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j438/satsedhu/2911187824439582102.jpg)
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28-04-2012, 11:44 PM
[color=#0000CD]London 2012 Olympic Torch wins Design of the Year award
24 Apr 2012
The London 2012 Olympic Torch was today recognised as the Design of the Year at an awards ceremony hosted by the Design Museum.
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The Olympic Torch design was unveiled in June 2011.
The Torch, designed by studio Barber Osgerby, was chosen from 89 entries to claim the winning title. Made of aluminium, it will be carried over 8,000 miles over the course of its 70-day Torch Relay, and is perforated with 8,000 circular holes representing the 8,000 Torchbearers. Aside from being decorative, the holes also help reduce the weight of the torch and prevent heat conduction.
The London 2012 Velodrome on the Olympic Park also won the Architecture Award. The Velodrome is one of the most sustainable and iconic venues of the Games.
Sebastian Coe, Chair of the London 2012 Organising Committee, said: ‘The Torch is one of the most recognisable symbols of the Olympic Games and we are thrilled that our design has won this prestigious title. I am delighted we have such a brilliantly designed, engineered and crafted Torch that will help to celebrate the amazing personal achievements of each of our 8,000 Torchbearers and give them their moment to shine.
'It is also fantastic news that the stunning architecture of the London 2012 Velodrome has won an award and welcome recognition of the landmark new buildings the Games are bringing to London.’
Deyan Sudjic, Director of the Design Museum, said of the winning entry: ‘Nothing is harder to get right than designing for the Olympics. The lightness and simplicity of Barber Osgerby’s London 2012 Olympic Torch does just that. The Torch not only captures the spirit of London as Olympic Host City but also demonstrates how design can celebrate traditional ideas in a modern way.’[/color]
24 Apr 2012
The London 2012 Olympic Torch was today recognised as the Design of the Year at an awards ceremony hosted by the Design Museum.
The Olympic Torch design was unveiled in June 2011.The Torch, designed by studio Barber Osgerby, was chosen from 89 entries to claim the winning title. Made of aluminium, it will be carried over 8,000 miles over the course of its 70-day Torch Relay, and is perforated with 8,000 circular holes representing the 8,000 Torchbearers. Aside from being decorative, the holes also help reduce the weight of the torch and prevent heat conduction.
The London 2012 Velodrome on the Olympic Park also won the Architecture Award. The Velodrome is one of the most sustainable and iconic venues of the Games.
Sebastian Coe, Chair of the London 2012 Organising Committee, said: ‘The Torch is one of the most recognisable symbols of the Olympic Games and we are thrilled that our design has won this prestigious title. I am delighted we have such a brilliantly designed, engineered and crafted Torch that will help to celebrate the amazing personal achievements of each of our 8,000 Torchbearers and give them their moment to shine.
'It is also fantastic news that the stunning architecture of the London 2012 Velodrome has won an award and welcome recognition of the landmark new buildings the Games are bringing to London.’
Deyan Sudjic, Director of the Design Museum, said of the winning entry: ‘Nothing is harder to get right than designing for the Olympics. The lightness and simplicity of Barber Osgerby’s London 2012 Olympic Torch does just that. The Torch not only captures the spirit of London as Olympic Host City but also demonstrates how design can celebrate traditional ideas in a modern way.’[/color]
28-04-2012, 11:45 PM
Draw announced for London 2012 Olympic Football Tournament
24 Apr 2012
The draws for the London 2012 Olympic Football Tournament has taken place at Wembley Stadium, with the Group Stages for the men’s and women’s tournaments now confirmed.![[Image: ronaldo-great-britain.jpg]](http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j438/satsedhu/ronaldo-great-britain.jpg)
Brazilian legend Ronaldo was one of several figures from the world of football who conducted the draw
Stuart Pearce’s Team GB’s men have been drawn against Senegal, Uruguay and United Arab Emirates, while Hope Powell’s women were placed in a group with New Zealand, Cameroon and Brazil.
Other highlights in the men’s tournament saw Spain drawn against Japan, Morocco and Honduras while Brazil will take on Egypt, Belarus and New Zealand.
In the women’s tournament, the USA – gold medallists in 2008 – will face Columbia, France and North Korea, while Japan were matched with Canada, Sweden and South Africa.
The tournament will kick off two days before the London 2012 Opening Ceremony when Great Britain's women's team play New Zealand at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.
'Amazing spectacle'
London 2012 Organising Committee Chair Seb Coe said: 'Now that the draws for the Olympic Football Tournament have taken place, fans can begin to get excited about the amazing spectacle, the incredible teams and world class players – in both the men’s and women’s tournaments – that will be coming to Great Britain this summer.
'With matches taking place across England as well as in Scotland and Wales, and with tickets still available, football also provides people with a unique opportunity to still enjoy the Olympic experience this summer.'
Tickets for the football tournament will go on sale in early May.
24 Apr 2012
The draws for the London 2012 Olympic Football Tournament has taken place at Wembley Stadium, with the Group Stages for the men’s and women’s tournaments now confirmed.
Brazilian legend Ronaldo was one of several figures from the world of football who conducted the drawStuart Pearce’s Team GB’s men have been drawn against Senegal, Uruguay and United Arab Emirates, while Hope Powell’s women were placed in a group with New Zealand, Cameroon and Brazil.
Other highlights in the men’s tournament saw Spain drawn against Japan, Morocco and Honduras while Brazil will take on Egypt, Belarus and New Zealand.
In the women’s tournament, the USA – gold medallists in 2008 – will face Columbia, France and North Korea, while Japan were matched with Canada, Sweden and South Africa.
The tournament will kick off two days before the London 2012 Opening Ceremony when Great Britain's women's team play New Zealand at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.
'Amazing spectacle'
London 2012 Organising Committee Chair Seb Coe said: 'Now that the draws for the Olympic Football Tournament have taken place, fans can begin to get excited about the amazing spectacle, the incredible teams and world class players – in both the men’s and women’s tournaments – that will be coming to Great Britain this summer.
'With matches taking place across England as well as in Scotland and Wales, and with tickets still available, football also provides people with a unique opportunity to still enjoy the Olympic experience this summer.'
Tickets for the football tournament will go on sale in early May.
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28-04-2012, 11:46 PM
Giant Olympic Rings unveiled at Birmingham Airport
24 Apr 2012
The latest Olympic Rings have been unveiled at Birmingham Airport where thousands of fans will be welcomed to the UK this summer.![[Image: birmingham-airport-olympic-rings.jpg]](http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j438/satsedhu/birmingham-airport-olympic-rings.jpg)
Birmingham is the first airport in the UK to showcase a set of giant Olympic Rings.
At 28 metres high, the two sets of Rings positioned on either side of the Airport’s new Air Traffic Control Tower will be observed by visitors flying in, and also can be seen from the main road between Coventry and Birmingham.
Paul Kehoe, Birmingham Airport CEO, said: ‘The Olympic Games are for the entire country, not just London. Every visitor, passengers and passerby will see our welcome spectacular, and we’re really proud to be part of such a historic occasion.'
Each individual Ring is 2.13m in diameter, and each set of the five Rings is 3.15m by 6.82m in size.
'Uniting people around the world'
London 2012 Organising Committee Chair Seb Coe said: 'The Olympic Rings are an iconic symbol, inspiring athletes and uniting people around the world. To athletes they represent the culmination of thousands of hours of training and reaching the highest level in sport.
‘To visitors travelling to the UK they will excite and inspire them about the Olympic Games taking place in London, and demonstrate that we are ready to welcome the world in 2012.'
Birmingham Airport have also unveiled London 2012 branding in and around the airport including displays of pictograms representing the Olympic and Paralympic sports, and the London 2012 Games motto ‘Inspire a Generation’.
24 Apr 2012
The latest Olympic Rings have been unveiled at Birmingham Airport where thousands of fans will be welcomed to the UK this summer.
Birmingham is the first airport in the UK to showcase a set of giant Olympic Rings.At 28 metres high, the two sets of Rings positioned on either side of the Airport’s new Air Traffic Control Tower will be observed by visitors flying in, and also can be seen from the main road between Coventry and Birmingham.
Paul Kehoe, Birmingham Airport CEO, said: ‘The Olympic Games are for the entire country, not just London. Every visitor, passengers and passerby will see our welcome spectacular, and we’re really proud to be part of such a historic occasion.'
Each individual Ring is 2.13m in diameter, and each set of the five Rings is 3.15m by 6.82m in size.
'Uniting people around the world'
London 2012 Organising Committee Chair Seb Coe said: 'The Olympic Rings are an iconic symbol, inspiring athletes and uniting people around the world. To athletes they represent the culmination of thousands of hours of training and reaching the highest level in sport.
‘To visitors travelling to the UK they will excite and inspire them about the Olympic Games taking place in London, and demonstrate that we are ready to welcome the world in 2012.'
Birmingham Airport have also unveiled London 2012 branding in and around the airport including displays of pictograms representing the Olympic and Paralympic sports, and the London 2012 Games motto ‘Inspire a Generation’.
28-04-2012, 11:47 PM
Paralympic gold medallists heading to Wheelchair Tennis test event
20 Apr 2012
A world-class line up, featuring top wheelchair tennis players, has been announced for the Eton Manor Wheelchair Tennis International.![[Image: eton-manor.jpg]](http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j438/satsedhu/eton-manor.jpg)
Part of the ITF Wheelchair Tennis circuit and the London Prepares series, the official London 2012 sports testing programme, the event will take place at Eton Manor on the Olympic Park, from 3–6 May.
The tournament features top athletes including Great Britain's Peter Norfolk, who won gold at both Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008; and Paralympic gold medallist Esther Vergeer from the Netherlands who remains unbeaten over an incredible 452 singles matches since January 2003.
Players will compete in all six Paralympic-featured events: men’s and women’s Singles; men’s and women’s Doubles; Quad Singles; and Quad Doubles.
In the men’s competition, top British player Gordon Reid will expect strong competition from Robin Ammerlaan of the Netherlands - the Singles gold medallist at Athens 2004 and silver medallist at Beijing 2008.
Esther Vergeer will be expected to set the standard on behalf of the Netherlands in the women’s competition. Vergeer has won Singles gold at the last three Paralympic Games. Top British player, 19-year-old Jordanne Whiley, will be among those to provide the latest opposition to Vergeer’s unbeaten status.
The Quad competition features Great Britain stars Peter Norfolk and Andrew Lapthorne. Peter has won the last two Paralympic Singles gold medals. Andrew is the current world number four and recently partnered Peter to the Australian Open Quad Doubles title in January. As well as featuring in the Doubles, they will also compete against each other at Eton Manor.
The tournament will be vital in allowing the London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) to test its operations, including the athlete and wheelchair movements around the venue, the results and scoring systems, and workforce.
The full list of entries can be found on the London Prepares series website
20 Apr 2012
A world-class line up, featuring top wheelchair tennis players, has been announced for the Eton Manor Wheelchair Tennis International.
Part of the ITF Wheelchair Tennis circuit and the London Prepares series, the official London 2012 sports testing programme, the event will take place at Eton Manor on the Olympic Park, from 3–6 May.The tournament features top athletes including Great Britain's Peter Norfolk, who won gold at both Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008; and Paralympic gold medallist Esther Vergeer from the Netherlands who remains unbeaten over an incredible 452 singles matches since January 2003.
Players will compete in all six Paralympic-featured events: men’s and women’s Singles; men’s and women’s Doubles; Quad Singles; and Quad Doubles.
In the men’s competition, top British player Gordon Reid will expect strong competition from Robin Ammerlaan of the Netherlands - the Singles gold medallist at Athens 2004 and silver medallist at Beijing 2008.
Esther Vergeer will be expected to set the standard on behalf of the Netherlands in the women’s competition. Vergeer has won Singles gold at the last three Paralympic Games. Top British player, 19-year-old Jordanne Whiley, will be among those to provide the latest opposition to Vergeer’s unbeaten status.
The Quad competition features Great Britain stars Peter Norfolk and Andrew Lapthorne. Peter has won the last two Paralympic Singles gold medals. Andrew is the current world number four and recently partnered Peter to the Australian Open Quad Doubles title in January. As well as featuring in the Doubles, they will also compete against each other at Eton Manor.
The tournament will be vital in allowing the London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) to test its operations, including the athlete and wheelchair movements around the venue, the results and scoring systems, and workforce.
The full list of entries can be found on the London Prepares series website
28-04-2012, 11:48 PM
Senegal qualify for Olympic Football Tournament
Senegal qualify for Olympic Football Tournament
23 Apr 2012
Ibrahima Balde of Senagal celebrates his goal as his team claim the final place in the men's Olympic Football Tournament after beating Oman 2-0 at the City of Coventry Stadium.![[Image: senegal-qualify-for-olympic-football-tou...-83124.jpg]](http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j438/satsedhu/senegal-qualify-for-olympic-football-tournament-83124.jpg)
Senegal qualify for Olympic Football Tournament
23 Apr 2012
Ibrahima Balde of Senagal celebrates his goal as his team claim the final place in the men's Olympic Football Tournament after beating Oman 2-0 at the City of Coventry Stadium.
28-04-2012, 11:49 PM
The London Boxing International Invitational
Action at The London Boxing International Invitational at ExCeL, a test event for the London 2012 Olympic Games.
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Action at The London Boxing International Invitational at ExCeL, a test event for the London 2012 Olympic Games.
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