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<p>The London 2012 Olympic Games were a huge success with sold-out venues and the
best British performance for over 100 years in winning 65 medals. The Games left a
legacy of increased participation and world-class sporting venues which are now being
used by our elite athletes as well as local communities.</p><p> </p><p>The commitment
from the Government immediately following the London 2012 Olympic Games to confirm
and sustain Exchequer support for the UK Sport World Class Programme was a significant
moment in underpinning the success of Rio, providing UK Sport, and the National Governing
Bodies of sport, with the necessary financial support to invest in medal success across
the Olympic and Paralympic sports.</p><p> </p><p>I am confident that this success
will continue at the Rio 2016 Paralympics, and through to Tokyo in 2020 and beyond.
Since 2012, UK Sport funded athletes have given back over 18,000 days visiting schools
and local projects as part of our commitment to inspire the next generation.</p><p>
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