Who finished with the most gold medals at the Summer Olympics in 2012?
the United States
Athletes from the United States won the most medals overall with 104 and the most gold medals with 47. The latter record was the largest gold medal haul for that NOC at a non-US hosted Olympics at the time.
Who won the 2012 Summer Olympics?
Overall, the U.S. won an Olympics-high 46 golds, which was the country’s best performance in a non-boycotted Olympics since the poorly organized 1904 Games, where more than five-sixths of the competitors were Americans.
Which country hosted the 2012 Olympic game?
London, England
The 2012 Summer Olympics will be held in London, England, from July 27 to August 12. London also hosted the Olympic Games in 1908 and 1948. More than 9 million spectators will watch more than 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries.
Who was the artistic director of the 2012 Olympics?
Danny Boyle
Danny Boyle, the Oscar-winning British filmmaker and producer, was also announced as the Artistic Director for the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games.
Who won the first gold medal for Team GB in the 2012 Olympics?
shooter Peter Wilson
Double trap shooter Peter Wilson won the nation’s first gold medal in his sport for 12 years.
How many medals won in Olympics 2012?
This was India’s 2nd most successful Olympics in terms of total medal tally, having won a total of 6 medals (2 silver and 4 bronze), doubling the nation’s previous record (3 medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics).
How much did the 2012 Olympic opening ceremony cost?
approximately $42 million
The opening ceremony for the 2012 Olympics is estimated to have cost approximately $42 million. The event will be watched by many around the world in an effort to support their country and their athletes.
How many golds did Team GB win in 2012?
29 gold
Team GB’s athlete rose to the occasion too and celebrated their most successful Olympic Games since 1908, securing 65 medals across the 39 disciplines. Team GB won 29 gold, 17 silver and 19 bronze medals and finished third on the medal table.
Which British athlete won the most medals at 2012?
Hoy
How he did it: Hoy won a remarkable keirin final to take gold with a time of 10.306 in what will almost certainly be his last Olympic race. Interesting fact: Winning his sixth gold medal makes Hoy the most decorated British Olympian of all time, surpassing Sir Steve Redgrave’s five golds.