The excitement around London 2012 didn’t just reach its peak in the summer—it carried on into the festive season with a range of commemorative gifts, collectibles, and merchandise that captured the spirit of the Games. What Was Available Official London 2012 merchandise included everything from soft toys, mugs, tea towels, cushions, and Union Jack-themed household items. Mascots Wenlock and Mandeville …
Read More »Day 9 – British Heroes
Day 9 of the Paris Olympics was a proud moment for Great Britain, with performances that put national grit and glory in the spotlight across multiple sports. Memorable Moments Dom Parsons won bronze in skeleton, marking the first time a British male skeleton athlete reached the podium since 1948 — a return to form after decades. Toby Roberts, at just …
Read More »Day 8 – Great Britain: Strong Showing & Key Moments
Day 8 was a big day for Team GB, with a mix of firsts, narrow wins, and emotional performances across multiple sports. Highlights for Team GB The men’s eight rowing crew won gold, edging out the Netherlands and USA in a tight race to close out the rowing competition. The women’s eight rowing team picked up a bronze medal on …
Read More »Day 16 – Carrying the Flag
The final day of the Olympics is always emotional — a mix of celebration, reflection, and pride. Day 16 was all about the moments when athletes represented more than just their performance: carrying flags, closing ceremonies, and honouring the spirit of the Games. Moments of Pride Athletes from nations around the world carried their flags in the closing ceremony, symbolizing …
Read More »Day 15 – All About Mo
Day 15 of the Olympics belonged to Mo — moments and performances that centered around him, showcasing both his talent and the impact of his presence. What Mo Brought to the Games Mo delivered outstanding performances across his events, displaying consistency, determination, and skill under pressure. Each race or competition he was a part of became a measure not just …
Read More »Day 14 – Pure Gold
Day 14 of the Paris Olympics was full of golden moments and standout performances that will be remembered. Highlights of the Day The U.S. women’s 4×100m relay team won gold, finishing ahead of Great Britain and Germany. Rai Benjamin took the men’s 400m hurdles gold, defeating the defending champion Karsten Warholm. Olivia Reeves captured her first Olympic gold in weightlifting …
Read More »Day 10 – On Yer Bike: Olympics Highlights
Day 10 of the Paris Olympics was full of speed, strength, and moments that made hearts race. From cycling races to gymnastics finishes, this was one of those days that showed the grit and glory of the Games. Key Highlights In gymnastics, Rebeca Andrade upset expectations to win gold in the floor final, beating out Simone Biles, while Jordan Chiles …
Read More »Day 11 – Dreams Are Made of This
Day 11 of the Olympic Games was all about ambition, breakthrough, and moments that show how dreams can become reality. Highlights That Shone Through Athletes rose to the challenge: some clinched gold after years of hard work, while others achieved personal milestones and national breakthroughs. Moments of breakthrough included young athletes making their debut on the podium, defying expectations and …
Read More »Day 12 – Pure Gold: A Recap
Day 12 of the Olympics was nothing short of spectacular. Athletes showed grit, determination, and moments of brilliance that will be remembered for years to come. Highlights of the Day Some standout performances included athletes defending their titles and others achieving personal bests under immense pressure. The competition was fierce, but gold medals in many events went to those who …
Read More »Day 13 – The Best Ever: Highlights from the Olympics
Day 13 of the Olympics will go down in history. From record-smashing performances to unexpected triumphs, this was a day of sport at its finest. Major Highlights Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone delivered a stunning performance in the 400m hurdles, taking gold and rewriting expectations. Letsile Tebogo pulled off a surprise in the men’s 200m, sprinting past favored competitors to take the top …
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London Olympic Games: Christmas 2012 Gifts & Memorabilia
The excitement around London 2012 didn’t just reach its peak in the summer—it carried on …
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Day 9 – British Heroes
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Day 8 – Great Britain: Strong Showing & Key Moments
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Day 16 – Carrying the Flag
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Day 15 – All About Mo