Where did taekwondo take place in the 2012 Olympics?

Taekwondo at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Taekwondo competitions at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London was held from 8 August to 11 August at the ExCeL London. Competition was held in eight weight categories; four for men, and four for women.

What did Mexico win at the Olympics in 2012?

Meanwhile, taekwondo jin María Espinoza and platform diver Paola Espinosa became the first Mexican women in history to win a total of two Olympic medals. Mexico also set a milestone in its team sports, as the men’s football team won its first ever Olympic gold medal in the final match against Brazil.

How many gold medals did taekwondo win in the Olympics?

For the first time in Olympic Games Taekwondo, eight gold medals were awarded to eight different NOCs. Europe took the lead while South Korea lost its dominance in the previous Olympics and for the second time after 2004, did not finish top of the Taekwondo medal standings.

How many athletes did Mexico send to the Olympics?

Comité Olímpico Mexicano sent a total of 102 athletes to the Games, 64 men and 38 women, to compete in 23 sports. Men’s football was the only team sport in which Mexico was represented at these Olympic Games.

What was the distance of the Olympic triathlon in 2012?

The races were held over the “international distance” (also called “Olympic distance”) and consisted of 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) swimming, 43 kilometres (27 mi) road cycling, and 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) road running. The men’s race was held on 7 August 2012.

Where was the Olympics held in London in 2012?

Taekwondo competitions at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London was held from 8 August to 11 August at the ExCeL London.

How many tennis players competed in the 2012 Olympics?

A total of 190 players competed in five events: singles and doubles for both men and women and, for the first time since 1924, mixed doubles were officially included.