All news on the topic: London 2012 Olympics

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Liverpool boss slams WSL time-wasting clampdown amid concerns for player welfare
The Women's Super League tossed up a number of heavyweight clashes over the weekend but a major talking point to emerge is the league's crack down on time wasting
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Repair Shop star Jay Blades convinced that north-south divide can be repaired
A new TV series fronted by the furniture restorer is shining a light on the history of the West Midlands, as Jay Blades says that the cities outside of London deserve a better reputation
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Joel Embiid statement in full as NBA MVP details reason for Team USA decision
Reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid was eligible to play for his native Cameroon or the host nation France at the Olympics basketball tournament before committing to Team USA
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Joel Embiid makes major decision on Olympics that will leave fans disappointed
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has made a decision over his international future, and the 29-year-old will represent Team USA at the upcoming Olympic Games
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Moment bedbugs crawl across train seat - and could make their way to Britain
Paris is set to host the Olympic Games in 2024, but officials are becoming concerned amid a sudden surge in reports of bed bug infestations on trains, high-end restaurants and even at Paris Fashion Week
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Beth Tweddle verdict on Max Whitlock and Simone Biles after long-awaited returns
Three-time Olympic champion Whitlock, 30, has not competed internationally since defending his pommel horse title in Tokyo two years ago
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Prince William pledges support to stop knife crime after girl killed in Croydon
Prince William spoke to Jess Bryden, who explained how she descended in a life of drugs, violence and crime and ended up being exploited by County Lines gangs when she was 13
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British athletes learn verdict of team boss after 10-medal World Championships
Stephen Maguire says the door is open “for everyone” going forward but warned that for all concerned the message is “we need to win in Paris”
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Yeargin brings home 10th medal as Britain equal best ever haul at World Champs
Matt Hudson-Smith, silver medallist in individual 400m, missed men's 4 x 400m relay but in his absence Rio Mitcham anchored GB quartet to bronze
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Don't stop believing, Ennis-Hill tells Hodgkinson after another silver medal
“I wanted to come here to get gold. Three silvers now surely means that one point I’m going to get gold - that it’s a matter of when not how"
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Dina Asher-Smith searches for answers after mystery issue sabotages medal hopes
Dejection for British star as Noah Lyles and Shericka Jackson claim world titles over 200 metres in stunning fashion
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Jess Ennis-Hill says world title as a mum rivals London 2012 as proudest moment
“For female athletes now to know it is possible to have a baby and return to sport; to see it is a realistic option and feel empowered to have children as part of their career, I think is amazing”
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Laura Muir ends summer of discontent with GB captaincy for World Championships
British star lifts lid on one of the most challenging periods in her career as she prepares to challenge for 1500m podium in Budapest
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BBC presenter opens up on exit and fears for future of Match of the Day
John Inverdale fronted a number of major sporting events for the BBC but walked away after Wimbledon this year and admits times are changing in the industry
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England star's touching reason behind shirt swap after Keira Walsh injury
The Manchester City winger was spotted trading shirts with Denmark and Everton forward Nicoline Sorensen after England's 1-0 group stage victory over the Danes on Friday evening
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One year to Paris 2024 - Security, new sport, Russia ban, tickets, drone fears
It is a year today until an opening ceremony like no other takes part on the Seine but as ever with the Olympic Games the build up comes with questions and concerns as safety issues take precedent for organisers
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Olympians Laura and Jason Kenny welcome new baby with wonderful traditional name
Olympian Dame Laura Kenny has given birth to her second child with husband Sir Jason Kenny after suffering two heartbreaking pregnancy losses since giving birth to Albie in 2017
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Phil Neville slammed for 'lacking honesty' by former England women's star
The former Chelsea goalkeeper featured just once under former England manager Phil Neville during the 2018 SheBelieves Cup
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2023 Women's World Cup will be the best yet as Lionesses look to make history
Women's football continues to grow globally year-on-year and both the 2015 and 2019 editions were game-changing in their own right - but this tournament has the potential to be so much more
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Anthony Joshua uses Carl Froch's nose as evidence he was trained badly
Former world champions Froch and Joshua have had a long-standing rivalry over the last year after a series of brutal jabs from the Nottingham native
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Ex-England star details unseen Women's World Cup challenge facing 15 Lionesses
Anita Asante reflected on her first major tournaments and gives insight to how some of the Lionesses will be feeling ahead of their first game at this summer's World Cup when they take on Haiti in their opening group game
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Five best moments from Megan Rapinoe's legendary career
Megan Rapinoe has enjoyed an illustrious career starring for club OL Reign and the USWNT, winning two Women's World Cup - but she announced her retirement later this year
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Wimbledon legend Andy Murray leads sports stars sharing poignant tributes to NHS
Team GB, ParalympicsGB and Special Olympics GB stars have expressed their gratitude for the NHS supporting them during their lives and careers
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Neville's hotel announces immediate closure of restaurant after just four months
The Stock Market Grill, which replaced a restaurant run by celebrity chef Tom Kerridge on March 1, has been shut without any notice and no explanation for the reasons why