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Going for gold at London 2012 is all in the name

By Emily Goddard

Jonathan_Brownlee18-07-11July 26 - It has long been accepted that the first name given to a new baby can have a lasting impact on their future prospects, but new research has revealed if you want to make the grade when it comes to the upcoming London 2012 Games, you stand a far better chance if you're called John or Katherine.



Exclusive: I want a quick resolution to Stadium row claims Sir Keith Mills

By Tom Degun in London

London_2012_Olympic_Stadium_from_air_June_2011July 25 - London 2012 deputy chairman Sir Keith Mills has claimed he wants a quick resolution to the controversy surrounding the future of the Olympic Stadium but insisted he will not get involved in trying to find a resolution because of his close links to Tottenham Hotspur, who are currently taking legal action after West Ham United were chosen ahead of them to be the tennants.

Team 2012 signs up Deloitte as new supporter

By Duncan Mackay

Team_2012_Tony_Cohen_Deloitte_Partner_Conrad_Williams_Athlete_Craig_McCann_Paralympic_Fencing_Paul_Deighton_LOCOG_Chief_ExecutiveJuly 25 - Team 2012 and its presenting partner Visa, which is helping raise funds to help Britain's athletes prepare for next year's Olympics and Paralympics, has announced that they have signed-up business advisory firm Deloitte as an official supporter.