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Top 5 Villains of the London 2012 Olympic Games

There were plenty of heroes to enjoy at London 2012, but we must also look at those who failed to cover themselves in glory. From greedy, grasping, attention-seeking politicians, corporations, and celebrities, to athletes who found ever more ingenious ways … Continue reading

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London 2012 Olympic Games Diary: 11 August

Last Saturday was known as Super Saturday for Team GB but today was pretty special too. For early risers there was gold on the water and then, at a much more civilised hour, there were further golds in boxing and … Continue reading

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London 2012 Olympic Games Diary: 10 August

A quiet day on the Team GB medal front with no golds. Our men’s and women’s 470 sailing crews both had to settle for silver in their medal races and we also missed out in taekwondo, BMX, and athletics. There … Continue reading

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