Where did the 2012 Summer Olympics take place?
The 2012 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXX Olympiad, were held in London, United Kingdom, from 25 July 2012 to 12 August 2012. Approximately 10,500 athletes participated in 302 events in 26 sports.
Who are the medal winners of the 2012 Olympics?
List of 2012 Summer Olympics medal winners. Approximately 10,500 athletes participated in 302 events in 26 sports. Athletes from the United States won the most gold medals, with 46, and the most overall, with 103. Michael Phelps and Missy Franklin won the most gold medals at the games with four each.
Who was the Olympic gold medalist for Ukraine in 2012?
On 22 December 2018, it was announced that Ukraine’s Oleksiy Torokhtiy, London 2012 Olympic gold medalist, had tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs. On 19 December 2019, the IOC stripped him of his gold medal. [90]
Who was stripped of his bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics?
On 6 November 2012, the IOC stripped Uzbek wrestler Soslan Tigiev of his bronze medal in the men’s freestyle 74 kg division after he tested positive for the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine. Hungary’s Gábor Hatos was elevated to the bronze medal position.
Who was disqualified from the 2012 Summer Olympics?
20 kilometres walk On 24 March 2016, the Court of Arbitration for Sport has issued decision that all competitive results obtained by Olga Kaniskina from 15 August 2009 to 15 October 2012 are disqualified for doping. Qieyang Shenjie of China was advanced to silver, and Liu Hong of China to bronze.
Who was the director of the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony?
The opening ceremony, directed by Danny Boyle, received widespread acclaim throughout the world, particular praise from the British public and a minority of widely ranging criticisms from some social media sites. During the Games, Michael Phelps became the most decorated Olympic athlete of all time, winning his 22nd medal.