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Three people support Olympic logo

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  JUST three people have signed an online petition in support of the controversial 2012 Olympics logo - after thousands signed one calling for it to be scrapped and changed.

names to a petition entitled "Change the London 2012 Logo" before midday today - a day after Sebastian Coe


London 2012 launches new logo

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the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games was launched in London this morning by Sebastian Coe

Sebastian Coe, the chairman of London 2012, said: “London 2012 will be Everyone’s Games, everyone’s 2012

Coe said: “The Olympic Games and Paralympic Games are the greatest sporting event on earth – but they


Outcry over new logo

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  THE "iconic" logo for the 2012 London Olympics, launched earlier today, has been condemned it as "hideous" and a waste of money by critics.

He said: "Lord Coe has described this logo as 'ambitious, interactive and youth-friendly'.  


Lottery raises £150m towards Olympics

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  THE Olympic Lottery Distributor today announced that income received from the sale of National Lottery games designated to support the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games has exceeded £150 million of the £750 million target.

LOCOG chairman Sebastian Coe said: "London 2012 will be more than just a great summer of sport - it will


Coe blasts London cheerleader

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  SEBASTIAN COE has claimed that the athlete used to launched London's bid to host the 2012 Olympics

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), of which Coe is an influential member,

Double Olympic gold medallist Coe, the chairman of London 2012, is unimpressed by Chambers' attitude

Coe was also "depressed" by comments from Stephen Francis, the coach of joint 100 metres world record

Coe reaction to that: "This is a guy who is basically saying 'if I could use drugs within the rules,

Coe was not involved in the bid at that time


Cuban legend banned from visiting England

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June 2 - Teofilo Stevenson, Cuba's triple Olympic boxing champion, has been banned from helping London 2012 launch its new logo on Tuesday.

champion Glen McCrory.Stevenson (pictured above, right) had been invited by London 2012 chairman Sebastian Coe


London 2012 roadshow to start in Greenwich

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  LONDON 2012 will kick off its annual summer Roadshow on June 15 in Greenwich, which will be the venue for the equestrian events during the Games, it was announced today.

London 2012 chairman Sebastian Coe will attend the first event in Greenwich , and Ministers, local MPs

Coe said: “The London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games are the UK ’s Games.  


Coe set for first major ethics case

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  SEBASTIAN COE'S first major case as head of FIFA's ethics commission is set to involve Britain's high-ranking football administrator.


Sailing plans given go-ahead

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  PLANS for new world class sailing facilities were approved today ensuring Weymouth and Portland remain on course to become one of the first venues ready for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Sebastian Coe, chairman of London 2012, said: "This scheme will transform Weymouth and Portland from


European heavyweight battle to build Aquatics Centre

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  THREE of the biggest construction companies in Europe have been shortlisted to build the Aquatics Centre for the 2012 Olympics, it was announced today.

London 2012 chairman Sebastian Coe said: "The Aquatics Centre will host the best athletes in the world



Coe unveils statue in honour of London Olympic heroine

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  SEBASTIAN COE has unveiled a statue in Hengelo in memory of Fanny Blankers-Koen, the Dutchwoman who

hurdling was made by Antoinette Ruiter, a local artist, and was unveiled by Fanny’s son Jan Blankers and Coe


Coe helps Sir Roger Bannister reopen legendary track

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  SEBASTIAN COE, the chairman of London 2012, has today helped Sir Roger Bannister open a newly refurbished

After the official naming by Coe, Sir Roger fired the starting gun for an inaugural set of one-mile races

"I cannot but feel gratitude that my name will be linked in perpetuity with this track. "   Coe said


Armitt to replace Lemley at ODA

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  JOHN ARMITT (pictured), the outgoing chief executive of Network Rail has been appointed to replace Jacm Lemley as chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA), it was officially announced by the Government today.

Sebastian Coe, chairman of LOCOG, said: "John and the experience he brings with him will be a great addition


Armitt to replace Lemley at ODA

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  JOHN ARMITT (pictured), the outgoing chief executive of Network Rail has been appointed to replace Jacm Lemley as chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA), it was officially announced by the Government today.

Sebastian Coe, chairman of LOCOG, said: "John and the experience he brings with him will be a great addition