The operation will "run for 66 days and cover over 1, 000 venues, including those hosting Olympic and Paralympic sports, cultural events and 2012-themed celebrations taking place across the capital, " the website says.

CNN: UK faces security questions ahead of London Olympics

The operation will "run for 66 days and cover over 1, 000 venues, including those hosting Olympic and Paralympic sports, cultural events and 2012-themed celebrations taking place across the capital, " the Met website says.

CNN: London's Olympic security headache

So for example Disney will pitch its ability to show many of the events live and show Olympic sports competitions throughout the year.

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In radio, John has anchored many major sports events including Olympic Games, World Cups (football and rugby) and several Wimbledon Championships.

BBC: John Inverdale

John has anchored 5 Live's coverage of many major sports events including Olympic Games, World Cups (football and rugby) and several Wimbledon Championships.

BBC: John Inverdale

With sports events taking place from east London's Olympic Park and Greenwich, through the city centre, and out to Wimbledon and Wembley, there are restrictions around 10 sports venues in the city.

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It does set the Games apart from almost all other sports events, though, and does add to the Olympic mystique.

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"The inclusion of these events on the Olympic Winter Games program is sure to be appreciated by athletes and sports fans alike, " IOC president Jacques Rogge said.

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