chris French wrote:
In message , Brian Gaff
writes
I think despite the critics, people are telling me that the
organisation of the Olympics has been very good so far with the
result that people are happy at the venues etc. Of course there has
been the odd breakdown on the underground, but apparently the back
up systems and staff have been informed about them.

Yup,

We were at the Olympic Park on Friday. It was the first day of the
main stadium being used, and along with this weekend, probably the
busiest days there. Sure it was busy, esp, when the morning athletics
finished and 70,000 people or whatever came out and there were some
queues for things, but nothing bad really, things like toilets, water
fountains etc. seemed to be able to cope.

And for all the talks of security causing problems/queues, we got in
quickly as we were there pretty much when it opened, but even those
who came in a bit later, said it was ok, and they didn't have to
queue very long. But then there must be well over 100 airport style
scanners and xray machines (manned very efficiently of course mostly
by soldiers).
But it was a great day, the vibe just being around the park is great.
If anyone gets the chance to pick up some tickets, get them and go.
You won't regret it.

You might regret it if a certain whinging Aussie was sat next you in the
park

The odds of that happening however are lower than the Aussies beating the
Brits in the medal table.

My friend has just got back from watching a couple of events. He loved it.

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Adam