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Events on Friday 27 July 2012 4
20122012 Summer OlympicsXXX Olympiad - LondonLondon becomes first city to host 3 times. Winner: USA.
2012London 2012 OlympicsSuper SaturdayA major sporting event that united the nation.
2012London Olympics 2012UK hosts Summer GamesThe London 2012 Olympic Games were widely praised for their organisation and atmosphere. Great Britain finished third in the medal table with 65 medals. Usain Bolt retained his 100m and 200m titles.
2012Paul McCartney closes the London Olympics opening ceremonyHey JudeLeads the stadium in Hey Jude.