London 2012

All the latest news, photos and more from the spectacular 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, hosted in London

Sir Chris Hoy leads tributes after Olympic champion Andrew Simpson's tragic death

Andrew Simpson, a British Olympic sailor, tragically died during a training session for the American's Cup. Andrew, known as "Bart Simpson" to his friends, died after becoming trapped under...

Olympic ladies lead the way at glittering celebratory ball

It was certainly their year to shine and as 2012 entered into its last month the stars of the London Olympics stepped out to celebrate their success once more. Stealing the show in a selection of...

Zara Phillips and her Olympic gang horse around for Children in Need

She may be the Queen's granddaughter, but Zara Phillips isn't afraid to have a giggle, as the blonde clearly demonstrated when she and her colleagues from Team GB's equestrian outfit danced 'Gangnam Style'...

The Duchess of Cambridge helps the Queen give Team GB heroes golden reception at the palace

There was a right royal welcome waiting for Team GB's Olympic heroes at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday night, as the Duchess of Cambridge helped the Queen host a reception to mark their success at the London...

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