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World Service,17 Jul 2012,25 mins
WHYS 30: Are the International press always sceptical of the hosts before the Olympics?
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We find out from former Olympic hosts journalists how they perceived their countries readiness in the run up to the World’s biggest sporting competition. Is London in a worse position than former Olympic hosts this close to the opening ceremony? How will London’s Olympic preparations be viewed after the event? How do the London preparations compare to other Olympic hosts?
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