Free and open to everyone, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012 will eclipse the London Games, says Robert Hardman — an unforgettable tribute to the monarch
Millions gathered on the streets; people of every generation from every background joining in the fun; all the corners of the kingdom united in one thoroughly British occasion… 2012 really is going to see one hell of a party. In fact, buy your Union flags now because there won’t be any left by then.
And hang on to them. Because you might just need them for the follow-on event — the supporting gig otherwise known as the London Olympics. Yes, the Games will produce great scenes and big cheers for the endeavours of ‘Team GB’. But even louder will be the reception for an elderly woman whose performance will be remembered for much longer than any sporting moment at the London Games.
Olympics come and go every four years and, every 50 years or so, they end up in London.
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