Who was the youngest swimmer in the 2012 Olympics?
Born in Maryland in 1997, Katie Ledecky began swimming competitively at age six. After earning a berth on the U.S. Olympic team at age 15, she set an American record in the 800-meter freestyle to win a gold medal at the 2012 Summer Games.
Did Ledecky win 400?
Katie Ledecky wins silver medal as Ariarne Titmus claims gold in 400 freestyle at Olympics. TOKYO — In one of the most anticipated events of the Tokyo Olympics, American swimming standout Katie Ledecky lost to her Australian rival Ariarne Titmus by . 67 of a second in the women’s 400-meter freestyle.
What country finished third in the London 2012 Olympics medal count?
Great Britain
Medal table
| Rank | NOC | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States (USA) | 104 |
| 2 | China (CHN) | 91 |
| 3 | Great Britain (GBR)* | 65 |
| 4 | Russia (RUS) | 68 |
What happened to the swimming at the 2012 Olympics?
With the exception of the men’s and women’s open water swims, the swimming competition at the 2012 Olympic Games has come to a conclusion in London, following the awarding of medals in 32 different events.
What was the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad?
The London 2012 Games included a four-year Cultural Olympiad. It reached a climax with the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony on 27 July 2012, starting a 60-day festival of sport and culture across the UK, as the Olympic and Paralympic spirit crossed the world once again.
What is the abbreviation for London 2012 Olympics?
For the Winter Youth Olympics, see 2012 Winter Youth Olympics. For the video game, see London 2012 (video game). The 2012 Summer Olympics (officially known as the Games of the XXX Olympiad and commonly known as London 2012) was an international multi-sport event held from 27 July to 12 August 2012 in London, United Kingdom.
How many world records were set during the 2012 Summer Olympics?
A total of nine world records and twenty five Olympic records were set during the competition. The London Aquatics Centre, designed by famed architect Zaha Hadid, hosted the swimming events during the 2012 Summer Olympics.