London 2012 Olympic and Paralympics Games
BMW have announced the launch of the BMW London 2012 Performance Team, the Official Automotive Partner of London 2012 which is designed to support Team GB and Paralympics GB as they prepare for the Games on and off the field.
Twelve athletes have joined the BMW London 2012 Performance a few to name are medal prospects Tom Daley, Louis Smith and Ellie Simmonds to 2012 hopefuls Jonathan Brownlee and Giles Scott, more athletes will join the team over the coming months.
Team GB diver, speaking from the launch at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, said: “It’s no secret that I’ll be looking to win a gold medal at London 2012 but what I do in the run up to the Games, is as important as what I do on the day itself. Having the support of the BMW London 2012 Performance Team throughout my training will help to drive me towards my dream and hopefully to pass my driving test this year too – I can’t wait to get into my MINI!”
As the athletes prepare for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympics Games on their home soil, they will get the chance to share key moments and unique insights as part of the BMW London 2012 Performance Team.
As part of the partnership, BMW will help London 2012 deliver a sustainable Games, as well as supply a range of Efficient Dynamic diesel cars, hybrids and electric vehicles, achieving average CO2 emissions below the LOCOG target of 120g/km, including bicycles and motorcycles.
Alongside the BMW London 2012 Performance Team, BMW Edinburgh, BMW and MINI dealers will also support athletes across the UK by linking with athletes in their local areas.
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