The Olympics

[Euler]

It went to a photo finish and they were able to split them that way, the timing showed the same time though as I don't believe the timing system is able to give a shorter split

So many fallers on the cycling I wonder if they may look at those tight corners.

[andyfuller]

Just had a row against the women's single sculls final on my Concept 2 indoor rower, not a clue how the times compare to actual rowing but I know they all train on this type of indoor rower.

The winning time was 7.54.37 with 6th coming in at 8.03.10. I am only just getting back into my rowing so behind my best on it but still managed a 8.32.00 but have managed 07.48.90 in June 2010.

I got all excited thinking wow maybe I could go to Rio!

Then checked the men's times and they won in 06.57.82

Best not give up the day job after all

[Euler]

I just swam 800m in 20mins. The womans world record is around 7, got a bit of work to do!

[LeTiss]

On the plus side, you've probably got bigger boobs than them

[andyfuller]

You can see the photo finish for the triathlon here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/olympics/19125191

[andyfuller]

10 minutes until the women's team Pursuit. Hopefully another gold and world record time!!!

[andyfuller]

Bit ahead of myself! Final isn't until 17.42

[Euler]

Devastating performance by the women's cycling team.

[andyfuller]

GET IN! Just bagged myself some Velodrome tickets for next week

[Euler]

Well done, I tried for a few but missed out.

What an incredible night for Team GB

[andyfuller]

Top trading tip, buy any stock you can in any sports related company. The country is going to be going sports mad

Got some tickets for the Paralympics just now for the Athletics for myself and my parents. Great to see that the tickets for the Paralympics are also like gold dust.

I have been trying for tickets for the main Olympics for 4 nights now, constantly pressing search every few seconds, so off to Cycling in the morning and Athletics in the afternoon.

Hopefully get a few more events in the next few evenings, enjoy tomorrow Peter, it looks absolutely brilliant in the stadium!

[mugsgame]

What an amazing night! I am truly inspired.
I don't know wether to get a push bike, a rowing boat or dig a sand pit in my back garden or try and run down the corner shop without having a heart attack. I might try kicking a football against my garage door from 12 yds and see if i can hit it.

[LeTiss]

Amazing achievements by all. If last night doesn't inspire kids to get off the couch and take up sport, nothing will!

Is it acceptable to also add that I was impressed with how cute Laura Trott is?

[superfrank]

Olympic success: How much does a gold medal cost?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-19144983

How much does an Olympic gold medal cost? With a minimum six grams of gold and a large chunk of silver, the pithy answer is about £450.

What Are Olympic Medals Made Of?
http://chemistry.about.com/od/metalsall ... ade_of.htm

Question: What Are Olympic Medals Made Of?
What do you think Olympic medals are made of? Are the gold medals really gold? They used to be solid gold, but now Olympic gold medals are made from something else. Here's a look at the metal composition of Olympic medals and how the medals have changed over time.
Answer: The last Olympic gold medal that was actually made from gold was awarded in 1912. So, if Olympic gold medals aren't gold, then what are they? The specific composition and design of Olympic medals is determined by the host city's organizing committee. However, certain standards must be maintained:

Gold and silver medals are 92.5% silver.

Gold medals must be plated with at least 6 grams of gold.

All Olympic medals must be at least 3 mm thick and at least 60 mm in diameter.

[Euler]

I saw this and I think it's a fair article, unfortunatley money always buys success in sport, directly or indirectly. But it has been a fab games for the GB.

I'm off again to the Olympics today, determined to get value out of the £9bn invested in it!