Closing Ceremony - Emeli Sande - London 2012 Olympic Games

Emeli Sande sings at the Closing Ceremony from the Olympic Stadium at the London 2012 Olympic Games. - 12 August 2012

Every two years, the world's finest athletes gather at the Olympic Games - a spectacular celebration of sporting excellence that captures the attention of billions of people around the world. However, the Games are about much more than just sport. They bring the Olympic values to life and provide a global arena for a unique combination of sport, culture, education and ceremonies.

At the Olympic Games in London 2012, about 10,500 athletes from 204 countries compete in 26 different sports, comprising 302 medal events. Whether athletes win a medal or not, they can forever call themselves Olympians. The sporting competitions are undoubtedly the central focus of the Olympic Games and participating in the Games is the ultimate goal for most athletes.

Every edition has its own story to tell and will be remembered for some truly remarkable performances from sporting legends such as Jesse Owens, Abebe Bikila, Jean-Claude Killy, Nadia Comaneci, Katarina Witt, Michael Phelps and Usain Bolt, to name just a few.

Find more about the Olympic Games at www.olympic.org/olympic-games

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[tom campbell]

can we all just take a minute out of our lives to apreciatte how good british music is?

[soundboundrenegade]

My second belief? if you've been singing for 47 years you should be mature enough not to post drivel on the internet. Live whats left of your life. Don't dwell on the things you dislike.

[MJ Ormy]

Beautiful voice. Totally worth it.

[Kasper Andreasen]

If the truth has forbidden lets go breaking all the rules!!! (she sings)

In short. Fuck the NWO and lets take a stand for the truth.. COME ON COME ON

[taratamarata]

She's so amazing! ♥

[Nadia Camacho]

I always remember that day I felt in love with her voice.

[Anna Suleri]

wauuuuuw, such a beautiful song from a super singer

[Eeisra]

Koks balsas.........

[Kakamg26]

it’s incredible how she controls the tone of her voice. This is a true talented singer!

[Kyle Gregory]

Amazing song and an amazing year !

[Mario Santana]

Shin A-Lam - fencer from South Korea.

[ACNC1]

Who was the person at the end of the video montage?