Kann M.V. Great British Sporting Events (2013) - презентация

1 THE OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE BOAT RACE Great British Sporting Events

2 The first Oxford V. Cambridge boat race took place in 1829

3 It takes place on the River Thames in London

4 It attracts a massive crowd of around 250,000 to the banks of the River Thames.

5 THE LONDON MARATHON Great British Sporting Events

6 Date: April Location: London, United Kingdom Event type: Road Distance: Marathon Established: 1981 Official site:

7 From humble beginnings with less than 8,000 runners in 1981, now more than 125,000 apply to take part in the London Marathon

8 The marathon begins in the East part of the city and finishes in the West on a boulevard called The Mall, which is where Buckingham Palace is situated (the home of the Queen).

9 ROYAL ASCOT Great British Sporting Events

10 Royal Ascot London is a prime event in the British sporting calendar. Queen Elizabeth II and her Royal Party usually attend every day of Royal Ascot in London.

11 The quality of the horseracing at Royal Ascot is simply outstanding, with nearly £4 million in prize money on offer.

12 Tradition, fashion and style all meet in a glorious setting at one of the most beautiful racecourses in the country.

13 WIMBLEDON Great British Sporting Events

14 Wimbledon is considered by many as the most prestigious tournament in the world. First held in 1877.

15 All players must wear white tennis clothes to keep with tradition.

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