patsylabrador Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 From now on I am going to forget all the rubbish politics and stress and enjoy the sporting event for what it is. I'm quite excited about some of the sports, some I shall ignore and some I will never grasp the rules of - like the maddison. I'm hoping I'm not alone and that we can post links to exciting moments etc because it's difficult to catch everything, although I will do my best. I love the rowing, the canoe and kayaking, the BMX cross ( I think that's what it's called) the swimming, some of the horsey stuff and of course the track and field. Those are my favourites although I will follow more than just those. Good luck to teamGB of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I am looking forward to watching some of the sport too. I particularly like the gym stuff and am in awe of what people can do with their bodies. I will watch some track, long jump, swimming. Not really into the horsey bit, but YD is so may see some of it anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I'm planning to watch the walking A distant cousin used to be part of the GB olympics team so we always watched it to see if we could see him when we were kids. Used to love watching gymnastics when I was younger will try and watch, also planning to watch some of the track events, the rowing and equestrian. I'll be cheering on Oscar Pistorius, there was a lovely interview with him in the FT magazine the other w/e and he comes across as someone who just gets on with whatever is thrown his way without any self pity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superkitty Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I agree patsylabrador - time to ignore all the politics and enjoy the sport. I'm actually going to see the men's BMX, very excited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I am looking forward to the archery, as we know the GB archers. DS did the acreditation process to shoot but did not make the team this time, he has always aimed for 2016 so hopefully he will make it then. Good luck to all our athletes. I too hope people will enjoy it for the sport and forget the politics. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted July 24, 2012 Author Share Posted July 24, 2012 I found this link to the BMX races that superkitty is going to, if you haven't seen it, check it out. It is thrilling, skilful and dangerous. BMXracing My ES has done boarder cross which is a great spectator sport too and it sounds a bit like roller ball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 I'm really looking forward to it! I love sport and have already had a feast so far this year I'm so pleased that the weather has taken a turn for the better too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 I wasn't really going to bother with the Olympics, but sneaky hubby bought some tickets for the equestrian, so we are off to watch the cross country this weekend. Very excited, as I have followed equestrian sport for a long time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Well, we saw the Torch go past on Sunday at a little Olympic/Wedding Anniversary party we went to and it was surprisingly exciting. I actually got goosebumps. My DD and her cousins even managed to have some photos taken with the torch in Danson Park afterwards. We have tickets to see the mens K1 slalom final - so excited to see this. We were at the GB selection trials at Lee Valley earlier in the year. We are taking YS and his canoe polo team mate/school friend. They both do K1, C1 and C2 slalom together so hopefully they'll really enjoy it too. After watching Bradley Wiggins and Frome come in 1st and 2nd in the Tour de France I hope we are set for a great summer of sport (words I never thought would come out of my mouth) Good luck to all GB teams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superkitty Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 I found this link to the BMX races that superkitty is going to, if you haven't seen it, check it out. It is thrilling, skilful and dangerous. BMXracing My ES has done boarder cross which is a great spectator sport too and it sounds a bit like roller ball. Thanks! Never seen it before, but I plan to do a lot of shouting and hollering and generally being over-excited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 It will be the gymnastics & the diving for me. I'm mainly excited about the opening ceremony - oh & I love seeing the medals being given - as I like the national anthems of all the different countries. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 I'm really really looking forward to the three day eventing, diving, gymnastics and obviously then all of the track & field events. Mr Griffin used to be the under 16 UK champion at Taekwondo but he takes no pleasure at all in watching it as an Olympic event because he is very critical and doesn't think they're good enough We've both even booked two weeks off work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C&T Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I'm looking forward to it all. For Friday night and the opening ceremony I am getting a takeaway and a bottle of wine. Then as the Road Cycling goes past us, this weekend we will be watching that and cheering them on as they zoom past! Then we'll take each day as it comes - enjoying whatever is on! (Except the football, for some reason in my head that isn't an Olympic sport ) And might go up to see the Marathon - depends on weather... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PurpleTree Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 We're off to the first event today! Ladies football in the Millennium Stadium, two matches back to back, the first match is Team GB. Not sure if we'll stay for the whole of the 2nd match as its hubby's birthday & we're hoping to go for a curry on the way home. Cardiff town centre is looking fab in the pics I've seen, the sunshine certainly helps. There's also lots of entertainment happening, should be fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted July 26, 2012 Author Share Posted July 26, 2012 We watched some of the ladies' football last night. Not much because we're not a football family but I found I preferred it to men's football. A good start for GB too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PurpleTree Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 We had a great time. Really nice atmosphere in town, all the police officers were happy & smiley. Everyone seemed to be having fun. We went into the stadium about an hour before KO, security checks were quite rigorous. They made a mistake by not having enough female security on our gate for body searches. There was about 6 males & 2 females, needless to say there were queues for the women, while some of the men were stood doing nothing. Hubby complained that his security guy was a bit over enthusiastic - he had to erm 'rearrange' himself afterwards. We even had to show the bottom of our shoes. All pocket contents had to be put in a clear plastic bag too. The queues for people going in with rucksacks/large bags was even longer, they had to have the bag searched then placed in a clear bag & sealed until they got through the turnstiles. It was a good match, I think I preferred it to men's footie, it seemed faster & when they got knocked down they just got up again & carried on - no moaning! We were sat up in the top tier & there was lots of families, including young babies. Glad we went, we go again on the 10th August for the Men's Bronze Medal match. Hubby is taking ES on the 4th for the Mens Quarter Final match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I watched a bit of the ladies GB football match. A good start to the Olympics We won't mention the flag situation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 The devil is in the detail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted July 27, 2012 Author Share Posted July 27, 2012 Think I'm all set. Ive got olympics apps set on my mobile and tablet with alarms for my favourite sports, iplayer to fall back on when I miss an event. Freebie timetables are good to go. Hoping the supermarkets will do lots of Olympic mealdeals so that I don't have to waste too much time in the kitchen. MS is on standby to be Olympic chef for me although I'll have to share him with the army. I have complete faith in the security now that our police and army are in charge, so ready to sit back and enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Hubby, me and YS are off to The Mall tomorrow to watch the road race - OH managed to get last minute tickets. It'll be lovely to cheer Cavendish and Wiggins on after a great Tour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahJo Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Have set parts to record - as boys surfing at the moment. I will be watching the gymnastics - as I have contact with Jenni Pinches. And also the aqautic events, but hope all runs smoothly for everyone - for the families of competitors it must be such a proud moment Security wise - sad that armed forces have been called in, but also glad it is not being run by "muppet-force" Go team GB - do us proud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 I hope the opening ceremony is as good as I'm expecting. If it's good, I may get a bit emotional & proud to be British. If its tacky & a shambles, then I'll pretend I'm from from somewhere else & hide in my burrow! Anyone any inside info on the ceremony? Who is going to light the flame? Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 My DD is performing in the Paralympic opening ceremony. She got to watch the technical rehearsal of the main olympic opening the other night, you don't get to see it all but she said it was amazing!! No idea who is lighting the flame. I'm looking forward to watching it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortle Chook Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 I'm not a sporty sort and don't normally look at the Olympics, but I'm dead excited about seeing the opening ceremony tonight. I'll also watch the diving, the equestrian and the gymnastics, while OH will be glued to the cycling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 It's all just starting for the opening ceremony, I'm looking forward to this. I'm going to the Olympic Park next wednesday with son and his partner to watch handball. Can't wait to sample the excitement and atmosphere. Must find out what handball is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
