What was the medal count for the 2012 Olympics?

What was the medal count for the 2012 Olympics?

With the 2012 Summer Olympics behind us, it’s time to delve into the medal count for a better idea of what just happened and who the big winners were. For the past two weeks, you watched sports you have never seen before — and likely never had heard of before — simply because it was the Olympics.

How did London win the right to host the 2012 Olympics?

At the end of the fourth round of voting, London won the right to host the 2012 Games with 54 votes to 50. The celebrations in London were short-lived, being overshadowed by bombings on London’s transport system less than 24 hours after the announcement.

Who are the host cities for the 2012 Summer Olympics?

By 15 July 2003, the deadline for interested cities to submit bids to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), nine cities had submitted bids to host the 2012 Summer Olympics: Havana, Istanbul, Leipzig, London, Madrid, Moscow, New York City, Paris, and Rio de Janeiro.

Where does the United States rank in Olympic medals?

In terms of medals won, the United States has the highest all-time total medal count of the Olympic Summer Games, while Russia ranks second and Germany takes the third place. This text provides general information. Statista assumes no liability for the information given being complete or correct.

2012 Summer Olympics Medal Count Olympic Medal Tracker United States Total: 104 46 29 29 China Total: 87 38 27 22 Russia Total: 82 24 25 33 Great Britain Total: 65 29 17 19

What did Brazil win at the Olympics in 2012?

While the Brazilians were slated to win the gold medal in the men’s volleyball event at the 2012 Olympics, it was the Russians that shocked the world and stole the show. Brazil snagged the silver, but it will not be considered the ultimate success.

Who are the medal winners at the Olympics?

With two amazing games on Sunday, the sport left on the right note. Croatia beat Italy in an amazing final 8-6 to win the gold, while the bronze-medal match between Serbia and Montenegro in which Serbia took the bronze 12-11.