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Wrestling at the ExCeL Venue

Weightlifting at the London 2012 Olympic Games will showcase a test of pure strength – the oldest and most basic form of physical competition. One of the most straightforward sports on the London 2012 Olympic Games programme is also among the most awe-inspiring. The aim of Weightlifting is simple: to lift more weight than anyone else. The result is pure sporting theatre of the most dramatic kind, and a real spectator favourite.

ExCeL is an existing exhibition and conference centre in London's Docklands. Its five arenas will host a range of Olympic and Paralympic sports during the London 2012 Games.

Key facts about the ExCeL venue

Sport: Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Boccia, Paralympic Table Tennis, Paralympic Judo, Paralympic Powerlifting, Volleyball (Sitting), Wheelchair Fencing
Location: ExCeL is situated near London City Airport in east London’s Royal Victoria Dock.
New or existing: Existing
Permanent or temporary: Permanent
Number of events: 165

About ExCeL

There is no construction needed to create ExCeL’s five arenas. Test events will be held in the year before London 2012 to ensure the venue will be ready to stage the Games.

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During the Games

ExCeL will host a total of 143 sessions across a wide range of sports.
After the Games

After the Games, ExCeL will revert to its role as one of Europe’s largest and most versatile exhibition spaces.