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2012 Summer Olympics
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Games of the XXX Olympiad
"Our Games will be for everyone."
"Our emblem is simple, distinct, bold and buzzing with energy.
Its form is inclusive yet consistent and has incredible flexibility to encourage access and participation.
It can communicate with anyone from commercial organisations to kids playing sport."
Host city
London, United Kingdom
Nations participating
204 (initial estimates by LOCOG)
Athletes participating
10,250 (approximate)
Events
300 in 26 sports
Opening ceremony
July 27
Closing ceremony
August 12
Stadium
Olympic Stadium
The 2012 Summer Olympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXX Olympiad, are due to be held in London from 27 July to 12 August 2012, followed by the 2012 Paralympic Games from 29 August to 9 September.
London will become the first city to host the modern Olympic Games three times, having previously done so in 1908 and 1948 (also see London Olympics).
