What cities were in the 2012 Olympics?
On 6 July 2005, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Jacques Rogge announced London as the Host City for the Games of the XXX Olympiad to be held in 2012.
What country won the most gold medals in 2012?
United States
Medal table
| Rank | NOC | Gold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 47 |
| 2 | China | 39 |
| 3 | Great Britain* | 29 |
| 4 | Russia | 19 |
Which city had the best Olympics?
Los Angeles Cities in the U.S. have hosted the Olympic Games more times than any other country. A total of eight Olympics, including Winter Olympics, have been held in the U.S. in the history of the modern Games. Los Angeles, California has had the honor of hosting two Summer Games, in 1932 and again in 1984.
Which city hosted the 2012 Summer Olympics?
London, England
The 2012 Summer Olympics will be held in London, England, from July 27 to August 12. London also hosted the Olympic Games in 1908 and 1948. More than 9 million spectators will watch more than 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries. Athletes will compete in 26 sports.
What is America’s best sport in the Olympics?
Athletics and Swimming events dominate US’s medal count Swimming leads the medal count as US’s best sport with 11 gold, 10 silver and 9 bronze. This adds to 30 medals awarded, 10 more than the event’s second-place Australia.
How long did the Olympics last in 2012?
four-year
The London 2012 Games included a four-year Cultural Olympiad. It reached a climax with the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony on 27 July 2012, starting a 60-day festival of sport and culture across the UK, as the Olympic and Paralympic spirit crossed the world once again.
What is the most famous Olympic event?
Although Olympic swimming is an immensely popular sport among viewers, there is really no one event that is more prestigious than another. The prestige in swimming is measured by the number of medals, particularly gold, that a particular swimmer wins.
What sport has America never won a medal?
Biathlon is the only Winter Olympics sport in which the U.S. hasn’t won a medal. Innovations since the last games have Americans hoping to break through in the skiing and target shooting event.