Who became the most decorated athlete of all time during the 2012 Summer Olympics?
Phelps
Phelps became the most-decorated athlete in Olympic history by capturing six medals (including four golds) to bring his lifetime total to 22.
What records were broken in the 2012 Olympics?
Athletics
| Event | Name | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s 100 metres | Usain Bolt | OR |
| Women’s 100 metres hurdles | Sally Pearson | OR |
| Men’s 800 metres | David Rudisha | WR, OR |
| Women’s 4×100 metres | Tianna Madison Allyson Felix Bianca Knight Carmelita Jeter | WR, OR |
What are the top 10 sports at the 2012 Olympics?
2012 Olympics: Power Ranking Top 10 Sports at Summer Games 1 Swimming. 2 Basketball. 3 Gymnastics. 4 Beach Volleyball. 5 Track and Field. 6 Indoor Volleyball. 7 Tennis. 8 Table Tennis. 9 Badminton. 10 Cycling.
How successful were the 2012 Olympics in London?
Several world and Olympic records were set at the London Olympics. Though there were several controversies, the 2012 Games were deemed highly successful with the rising competition standards amongst nations across the world, packed stadiums, and smooth organisation.
What is the abbreviation for London 2012 Olympics?
For the Winter Youth Olympics, see 2012 Winter Youth Olympics. For the video game, see London 2012 (video game). The 2012 Summer Olympics (officially the Games of the XXX Olympiad and also known as London 2012) were an international multi-sport event held from 27 July to 12 August 2012 in London, United Kingdom.
Where did the 2012 Summer Olympics take place?
The 2012 Summer Olympics (officially the Games of the XXX Olympiad and also known as London 2012) were an international multi-sport event held from 27 July to 12 August 2012 in London, United Kingdom.