Introduction to the 2012 London Olympic Games

London 2012 Olympic Games Overview

London 2012 Olympic Games The 2012 London Olympic Games, the 2012 Summer Olympics, is officially known as the 30th Summer Olympics. On July 6, 2005, the International Olympic Committee announced at the 117th International Olympic Committee Meeting in Singapore that London, England, would host the Olympic Games. This is the third time that London has hosted the Summer Olympics. It will open on July 27, 2012 (Friday) and close on August 12, 2012 (Sunday).

London Olympic Games 2012 Hosted Three Olympic Games

London is the city that has hosted the most Summer Olympic Games so far. It is also the first city in history to host the Olympic Games three times. The first time was the 1908 London Olympics; the second time was the 1948 London Olympics; and the third time was the 2012 London Olympics. As a glorious metropolis in the world, London had hosted the Olympic Games twice, in 1908 and 1948. This time they applied and quickly became the favorite city to win. The "Romantic City" Paris has hosted two Olympic Games before, in 1900 and 1924, which is quite a long time ago. In recent years, Paris has actively participated in bidding for the Olympic Games, but the first two bids ended in failure. Among them, they lost to Beijing in July 2001 and missed the right to host the 2008 Olympic Games. However, they quickly recovered from the loss and confidently announced their bid to host the 2012 Olympic Games. Among the five candidate cities in 2005, they were considered the most popular.

The bid process for the 2012 London Olympics

The host city for the 2012 Summer Olympics was announced on the evening of July 6, 2005. In the voting of all members of the International Olympic Committee, in Moscow, After New York and Madrid were eliminated, London defeated Paris in the fourth round of voting to become the host city of the 30th Olympic Games. In this way, London will take over the banner of the Olympic Movement after the Beijing Olympics.

Logo of the 2012 London Olympics

The results of the first three rounds of voting were as expected. In the first round of voting, Moscow received the fewest votes and was eliminated first. Their representatives then had the opportunity to vote later. In the second round of voting that followed, New York in the United States received the least votes and could not escape the fate of being eliminated. In the third round of voting, no city received more than half of the votes to win early. Madrid, considered a possible "dark horse", received the fewest votes in this round and was also eliminated.

The suspense of the host city election is left to the final round, with Paris "dueling" the equally powerful London. In this round of voting, the two sides did not end up in an embarrassing tie for International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge, but decided to compete. After an almost suffocating wait, a 13-year-old Chinese-Singaporean girl handed the letter with the results to Rogge. After thanking the people of the host Singapore, the countries that had previously applied, and the five candidate cities, Rogge loudly announced to the world that the hosting rights of the 30th Olympic Games would be handed over to London.

Voting process for the 2012 London Olympics

Vote results of each round for the host city of the 2012 Summer Olympics

First round: London 22 votes; Paris 21 votes; Madrid had 20 votes; New York had 19 votes; Moscow had 15 votes. (Moscow was eliminated, and no other city received more than half of the votes)

Second round: London 27 votes; Paris 21 votes; Madrid 32 votes; New York 20 votes. (New York was eliminated, and no other city received more than half of the votes)

Third round: London 39 votes; Paris 33 votes; Madrid 31 votes. (Madrid was eliminated, and no other city received more than half of the votes)

Fourth round: London 54 votes; Paris 50 votes. (Paris was eliminated, London won)

The Israeli representative of the International Olympic Committee claimed that London won the right to host the 2012 Olympic Games because of the Greek representative Rambis Nicolau in the third round of voting. Wrong vote for Madrid and for Paris.

London 2012 Olympic Games emblem released

Emblem features

The four colors of the 2012 Olympic Games emblem released by the London Olympic Organizing Committee on June 4, 2007, London The emblem of the 30th Summer Olympic Games in 2012 was announced at 11:30. The new emblem has no traditional London local symbols or colors at all. Shortly after the emblem was announced, some British people criticized the emblem on the Internet. In addition, after the release of the new emblem promotional video, someone suffered an epileptic seizure because the colors in the promotional video changed too quickly. The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games emblem immediately triggered widespread controversy upon its release. Supporters warmly welcomed the bold and stunning design of the emblem, while critics believed that the emblem design was too messy and terrible. The emblem uses the number "2012" as the main body, including the five Olympic rings and the English word London. This design clearly conveys the voice of London - "The London 2012 Olympic Games will be the Olympic Games for everyone and 2012 for everyone."

London 2012 Olympic Games Logo

Emblem Color

There are 4 colors for the emblem, namely pink, orange, blue and green. Different colors of emblems can be used according to the needs of different occasions. This design is the first time in the century-old Olympic history that the Olympic and Paralympic Games "share" the same emblem. The emblem was designed by the world-famous design company WolffOlins. WolffOlins is a well-known brand consulting company founded in 1965 and is part of the Omnicom Group, the world's largest advertising group. Wolff Olins was chosen to design the logo, which cost ￡400,000, without a corresponding tender.

Symbol of meaning

According to Sebastian Coe, chairman of the London Olympic Organizing Committee, the emblem symbolizes "vitality, modernity and flexibility, reflecting a new, rich A colorful world in which people, especially young people, are no longer stationary but are armed with new technologies and new media networks to work.” Sebastian Coe said at the press conference: "The London 2012 Olympic Games will be everyone's Olympic Games. This emblem shows that we will use the Olympic spirit to inspire everyone, especially young people around the world." International Olympic Committee Chairman Rogge believes that this is a "truly creative emblem. The geometric shapes capture the essence of the 2012 London Olympics, which is to inspire young people around the world to participate in sports and reflect the Olympic values."

2012 London Olympic Games Competition Events

2012 London Olympic Games Indoor Cycling Competition Venues The 2012 London Olympic Games will have 26 major events, with a total of 300 minor events. The number of major events and minor events is less than that of the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Competition events: swimming, synchronized swimming, diving, water polo, archery, track and field, badminton, handball, basketball, boxing, kayaking, slalom, flat water, cycling, track racing, road racing, mountain racing , BMX, equestrian, fencing, football, gymnastics, trampoline, competitive gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, judo, modern pentathlon, rowing, sailing, shooting, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, triathlon, indoor volleyball , beach volleyball, weightlifting, wrestling, hockey.

Canceled projects: On July 8, 2005, the International Olympic Committee officially announced the cancellation of baseball (only men’s baseball events will be included in the Olympic Games) and softball (only women’s softball events will be included in the Olympic Games) at the International Olympic Committee Singapore Plenary Session. It will not be included in the 2012 London Olympics and the 31st Summer Olympics in 2016 because too few countries are participating.

2012 London Olympic Games Olympic Tickets

The London Olympic Organizing Committee estimates that it can arrange approximately 7.7 million Olympic tickets and 1.5 million Paralympic tickets. They will all be on sale from 2011 and at least half of the tickets will cost less than ￡20. In order to reduce traffic pressure, ticket holders can use all public transportation in London for free on the day of the game with their tickets.

The International Olympic Organizing Committee estimates that 82% of Olympic tickets and 63% of Paralympic tickets will be sold. There will also be some events available for free live viewing, such as marathons, triathlons and road cycling races.

Construction of venues for the 2012 London Olympic Games

Main Stadium

The main stadium for the 2012 London Olympic Games - "London Bowl" The 2012 London Olympic Stadium is located in East London Stratford,

London 2012 Olympic Stadium

It is also known as the "London Bowl" because of its wide shape and narrow bottom. It is expected to accommodate 80,000 people. , divided into two floors, the upper level has 55,000 temporary seats. It will be demolished after the 2012 London Olympics and 2012 Summer Paralympic Games, leaving only 25,000 fixed seats. It will become a medium-sized community stadium. The venue is land except for the north. , the other three sides are surrounded by water, and it is nicknamed Stadium Island. In addition to the original roof, the designers will use a awning made of textiles painted with mosaics and Olympic-related imagery. The awning will be removed after the London 2012 Olympics and 2012 Summer Paralympics. Sold in bags.

Velodrome

The London Olympic Games Preparatory Authority (ODA) announced that the 2012 Olympic venue - the indoor velodrome will be able to accommodate 6,000 spectators after completion and will mainly host the 2012 Olympic indoor cycling events. .

Traffic for the 2012 London Olympic Games

During the bid inspection, the International Olympic Committee believed that London has many transport facilities that need to be improved, including the East London Line and the North London Line under London. The Docklands Light Railway was lengthened and built, and a new high-speed tram, the Japanese Bullet Train, was introduced.

London Project athletes can travel from the Olympic Village to the Olympic competition venues in 20 minutes. The Olympic Park is surrounded by 10 different railway lines, with a capacity of 240,000 passengers per hour. Land transportation is planned to reduce traffic during the game.

London has added new air routes because of the Olympics. Especially on the international route from London to Portland, and the domestic route to Southampton.

2012 London Olympic Games Introduction to London

The capital of the United Kingdom, the political, economic, cultural and transportation center, the country's largest port, and one of the world's largest cities. It is located in southeastern England, on both sides of the lower reaches of the Thames River, 88 kilometers away from the river mouth, and can be directly reached by sea ships. "Greater London" consists of the "City of London" (Yize "City") and 32 cities, with an area of ??1,605 square kilometers and a population of 7 million (1987); the 12 cities surrounding the City of London are equivalent to the urban area , called "Inner London", with an area of ??303 square kilometers and a population of 2.145 million. It was built in 43 BC. London is a world-famous city, the capital of the United Kingdom, and the center of finance, culture, art, and education. It has a long history, numerous scenic spots and historic sites, and has many world-class museums, art galleries and famous buildings. It is a world-famous tourist attraction, attracting a large number of tourists from home and abroad every year. She also has a rich and colorful cultural and educational life, with numerous world-famous universities, colleges and other educational institutions, attracting scholars from all over the world to study here. London has well-developed transportation, subways, trains, ground buses and buses are connected into a network, covering every corner of the city. Buses and buses provide 24-hour medical services. London can also taste delicious food from all over the world. Chinatown (Chinatown), located in the city center, is home to many Chinese restaurants and Chinese shopping malls. It is the center of Chinese activities.

The main sports of the 2012 London Olympics

London is located in southeastern England, across both banks of the lower reaches of the Thames River, with a population of 7.17 million, ranking first in the country. It is the capital of the United Kingdom, the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of the country, and one of the world's financial centers. London has developed transportation and numerous historical sites, and is known as the "British Tourism Center". London stands among the world's famous cities with its long history, colorful colors and majestic style. London has a long history of 2,000 years and has been the capital of successive dynasties. The scenic spots and modern buildings here are colorful and beautiful. London is a busy, bustling and lively city, and many buildings are relics of the Victorian era. The tallest building in the city is the Postal and Telecommunications Tower, 189 meters high.

The Thames River is the lifeline of London, stretching for more than 300 kilometers with beautiful scenery on both sides. 28 bridges with different architectural styles connect both sides of the Thames River. Waterloo Bridge was named by the British to commemorate General Wellington's victory over Napoleon.

The most beautiful bridge is the Tower Bridge in London. This Tower Bridge is unique in style and majestic. It has a 5-story tower built on two huge piers. The bridge deck is open and can be lifted apart whenever a ship higher than the bridge deck passes. Connecting the top floors of the twin towers is a pedestrian bridge 140 meters above the water. Standing on the top of the tower, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery nearby. Many people still believe that Britain is an Anglo-Saxon country, overwhelmingly white. This is not the case. Guests visiting London for the first time may be surprised by how many blacks and Orientals there are. As the capital of the British Empire in the past, London not only accommodated the legacy of the old colonies, but also accommodated a large number of immigrants, which resulted in various profound social problems. But on the other hand, this is also one of the conditions for becoming an international metropolis.

2012 London Olympic Games Dream Return to London

The Fourth Olympic Games

In 1906, Rome, which was originally scheduled to host the fourth Olympic Games, applied to the International Olympic Committee , due to the financial difficulties of the Italian government and its inability to build sports venues, it announced that it would give up the right to host the event. The International Olympic Committee had to temporarily cooperate with the British government to hold the Olympics in London. In just two years, the British government has demonstrated amazing efficiency. Under the rudimentary technical conditions at the time, they quickly built a "modern" sports stadium with 68,000 seats and a capacity of more than 70,000 spectators in a deserted jungle area in London's West End, the "White City" sports stadium. This giant sports stadium, which cost more than 40,000 pounds, has a cinder track with a total length of 536.45 meters and can host a variety of indoor competitions. In addition to a football field, the center of the site also accommodates a swimming pool 100 meters long and 15 meters wide!

The sports events include track and field, swimming, water polo, fencing, gymnastics, rowing, cycling, football, Greco-Roman wrestling, tennis and shooting. Because the games are informal and not included in the Olympic Games, the medals won are generally not counted in the number of Olympic medals won by countries or individuals. There are 22 participating countries this year, with 2,034 athletes, including 36 women. The total number of athletes is more than the previous three tournaments combined. The host country sent the largest team of athletes, with 710 people; France followed with 220 people; Sweden ranks third with 156 people. Iceland, New Zealand, Russia, Turkey and Finland are participating for the first time.

Athletes Village of the 2012 London Olympic Games

The Fourteenth Olympic Games

The Fourteenth Olympic Games were held in the United Kingdom from July 29 to August 14, 1948 London became the second city to host the Olympic Games twice after Paris, France. The war ended in 1945. In October of that year, the British Olympic Committee applied to the International Olympic Committee to hold the 14th Olympic Games in London. At that time, the war had just been extinguished, and various countries were busy with post-war work. London was the only one to apply to host the event. Britain won the hosting rights easily. There are 59 participating countries and regions this year, which is a record number. There are 4,099 athletes, including 385 women and 3,714 men, which is also unmatched by previous games. The top three countries with the largest number of players are: the United Kingdom with 313 players, the United States with 303 players, and France with 285 players. Participating for the first time were Burma, British Guiana, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), South Korea and Jamaica. Germany and Japan were deprived of qualifications because they were the origin of World War II. The events of this Olympic Games are basically the same as those of the last one, with 17 major events and 136 minor events. Only handball has been removed, while women's kayaking has been included for the first time.

China sent 33 male athletes to participate in basketball (10), football (18), track and field (3), swimming (1) and cycling (1)*** 5 The project competition failed to obtain a ranking. Among them, 16 teams participated in the football match. The Chinese team lost to the Turkish team 0-4 in the first round and was eliminated early. The basketball team had 3 wins and 2 losses in the preliminary round and 2 wins and 1 loss in the losing round, ranking 18th among all 23 teams. Swimmer and Indonesian overseas Chinese Wu Chuanyu failed in the 100-meter freestyle competition. Dutch overseas Chinese and cyclist He Haohua lost the race due to a fall in the 1,000-meter race. On the whole, this Olympic Games can be said to be very successful. This has played a positive role in promoting the development of the Olympic movement. Perhaps due to the relaxed mood at the end of the war, the Olympics were well attended, with ticket sales exceeding ￡50,000, and approximately 500,000 Britons watching the games on television.