Louis Smith described yesterday as a 'beautiful day' for British gymnastics after Team GB won its first men's team Olympic medal since 1912.
Smith won pommel horse bronze at the Beijing Games, but last night the whole team performed to the best of their ability, and that's why they got the bronze.
He said: 'British gymnastics has been growing and growing. Now everyone will be more motivated than ever. This means so much and we've still got the finals left. It's a beautiful day for the sport and for British gymnastics.'
The group rose from forth to second after a sensational final rotation on the floor. However they had to settle for bronze after an appeal by Japan.
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Tuesday, 31 July 2012
London 2012 Olympic Games: Day 3 Round-up
China have once again dominated the competition in the third day of events, with Great Britain trailing behind after another disappointing performance. Last year's hosts continue to show unparalleled sporting talent with yet more medals to add to their ever-growing tally.
In the morning, China immediately got into their stride with gold medals in men's 10 metre synchronized diving and women's 58kg weightlifting. Another surprise win in the men's team gymnastics, where the USA scored the top spot in qualifying but failed to reach the podium. Great Britain's team placed third and gained a bronze medal; the first Olympic medal in this event since 1912. The USA took two bronze medals before noon, giving them an opportunity to overtake in the later events.
Despite efforts by the USA, China still lead the medal table. France are in third, North Korea in fourth and Italy in fifth. Great Britain have dropped down to 20th position.
Monday, 30 July 2012
Olympic Games 2012 medal counts so far
G S B T
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| 1 |  People's Republic of China | 8 | 4 | 2 | 14 |
| 2 |  United States of America | 3 | 5 | 5 | 13 |
| 3 |  Italy | 2 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| 4 |  France | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| 5 |  Republic of Korea | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| 6 |  Russian Federation | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 7 |  Democratic People's Republic of Korea | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 |  Kazakhstan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 9 |  Japan | 1 | 3 | 3 | 7 |
| 10 |  Romania | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 11 |  Australia | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 |  Brazil | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 |  Hungary | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 14 |  Netherlands | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 15 |  Georgia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 15 |  South Africa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 GB: |
| 17 |  Great Britain | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 Silver - Cycling - EA |
| 18 |  Colombia | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 Bronze - Swimming - RA |
| 18 |  Cuba | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 18 |  Mexico | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 18 |  Poland | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 18 |  Thailand | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 18 |  Taipei (Chinese Taipei) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 24 |  Ukraine | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 25 |  Azerbaijan | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Belgium | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Canada | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  India | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Republic of Moldova | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Mongolia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Norway | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Serbia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Slovakia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 25 |  Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Sunday, 29 July 2012
London 2012 Olympic Games: Day 2 Round-up
The second day of the world's largest sporting event draws to a close, and a more successful Team GB seems to be emerging. The host nation have won two medals in the last 24 hours; one silver and one bronze. Though still trailing behind the likes of China and the USA, it is encouraging after the somewhat underwhelming start.
Today's big surprise came in the form of Spain's 1-0 defeat in the football heat against Honduras. The European champions are knocked out of the tournament after also losing to Japan. Great Britain won their game against the United Arab Emirates.
Team GB managed a bronze medal in the Women's 400-metre freestyle, which was won by Camille Muffat (France). In the Cycling Road Race event, British athlete Elizabeth Armitstead came second to win silver. Andy Murray won the first heat of tennis and beach volleyball was also won by the British team.
China still remain at the top of the medal table, with the USA in a close second and Italy in third. South Korea are featured at fourth while France sneaks in at number five. Great Britain are now in sixteenth position, just behind Japan.
Today's big surprise came in the form of Spain's 1-0 defeat in the football heat against Honduras. The European champions are knocked out of the tournament after also losing to Japan. Great Britain won their game against the United Arab Emirates.
Team GB managed a bronze medal in the Women's 400-metre freestyle, which was won by Camille Muffat (France). In the Cycling Road Race event, British athlete Elizabeth Armitstead came second to win silver. Andy Murray won the first heat of tennis and beach volleyball was also won by the British team.
China still remain at the top of the medal table, with the USA in a close second and Italy in third. South Korea are featured at fourth while France sneaks in at number five. Great Britain are now in sixteenth position, just behind Japan.
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