From the Olympics to the grassroots: What will London 2012 mean for sport funding and participation in Britain?

摘要

It is hard to find a single source that states clearly the Government's motivation behind the decision to back the bid to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. At one time or another, politicians have mentioned a number of factors including the national prestige associated with hosting a major international sporting event; the economic regeneration benefits from the construction of Olympic facilities in East London and the additional sporting provision there; the stimulus to tourism for Ixmdon and the UK, and the potential to increase the number of medals won by British athletes due to the 'home advantage' effect.