Rare London 2012 Olympic torch from opening ceremonyA London 2012 Olympic torch in glass encasement One of two carried by speedboat during the opening ceremony In 2012, London became the first city to host the modern Olympic Games three times having previously hosted in 1908 and 1948. The spectacular event featured more than 10,000 athletes from 204 nations, with new world records set in archery, swimming and weightlifting. Its also remembered for the inventive opening ceremony overseen by director