2012 Olympics From The Bermuda Athletes View
Over 10,000 of the world’s best athletes took part in last night’s [July 27] Opening Ceremonies for the 2012 London Olympics, with some of Bermuda’s best among them.
The ceremony kicked off at 5pm Bermuda time and saw a dramatic show take place before the parade of nations. As traditional, Greece was the first team to enter the stadium, followed by over 200 teams from across the globe.
Bermuda’s Olympic team entered the stadium with sailor Zander Kirkland enthusiastically waving the flag. The other team members are sailor Jesse Kirkland, long jumpers Tyrone Smith and Arantxa King, triathletes Tyler Butterfield and Flora Duffy, equestrian Jillian Terceria, and swimmer Roy Allan Burch. In addition, Bermuda’s Jenaya Wade-Fray is taking part in these Games as part of Great Britain’s basketball team.
Below are tweets collected from many of the athletes, showcasing the view and photos of the event from their unique perspective.
Thank you Bernews for the coverage. All the best to my Onions in London for the 2012 Games. Bermuda has your back, we are watching. Blessings
Damn, Tyrone Smith is FINE!!!
nice round up form the games. Thanks!