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Large Medium Small- On July 28, the British capital launched its third modern Olympic Games - London 2012, described by the organizer as "an athletes' Games".
It attracted 10,490 athletes from 204 countries and regions. A total of 44 world records and 117 Olympic records have been set at the grand event.
Olympic chief Jacques Rogge hailed the London Olympics as "happy and glorious" games as he closed the 30th Summer Games.
London Paralympic Games opened 17 days later, teams from 164 countries and regions, the largest ever number in the history of the Paralympic Games, brought together about 4,200 athletes to compete in 503 medal events of 20 sports.
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The full moon rises through the Olympic Rings hanging beneath Tower Bridge during the London 2012 Olympic Games, on Aug 3, 2012. [Photo/Agencies] |
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