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Olympics - Brian Cookson blog

  • The velodrome erupts!

    Well after all the waiting here we are finally in the velodrome. The place is packed, the temperature is high, the anticipation is at fever pitch. Will we see a repeat of the domination of Beijing, or will the rest of the world pay us back on our home territory? read more

  • An awesome display of time trialling

    Awesome is a word that is in common use these days. So let’s use awe-inspiring instead. Dictionary definition; causing awe; spectacular; magnificent. No, that’s still not enough, let’s try the synonyms as well; breathtaking, astonishing, impressive, remarkable, wonderful, majestic, stunning. I’ll tell you what, none of these words come close to describing the performance of Bradley Wiggins in today’s Olympic Time Trial. read more

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