Beijing bids farewell to Olympics
China brings the curtain down on the 2008 Olympics with a spectacular closing ceremony in the Bird's Nest Stadium.
London takes over as Olympic host
Mayor Boris Johnson receives the Olympic flag to signal the start of London's reign as Olympic host city and spark wild celebrations in the capital.
China targets more golds in 2012
China will target sports including cycling, athletics and swimming to increase its gold medal haul at the 2012 Games, China's sports chief says.
Pendleton wants equality in 2012
Beijing gold medallist Victoria Pendleton urges the organisers of London 2012 to introduce more cycling events for women.
Taekwondo to adopt new technology
Taekwondo will use an electronic protector system and video replays at London 2012 in a bid to avoid the Beijing judging controversies.
GB chiefs target misfiring sports
British Olympic chiefs say that sports which underperformed in Beijing will need to pull their weight at the 2012 Games.
Cycling boss targeted by rivals
British Cycling performance director Dave Brailsford says other countries have asked him to work for them at London 2012
