The Olympic Torch In Europe

Sir Steve Redgrave, at left, watches Deputy Mayor of London, Nicky Gavron raise the torch aloft at the beginning of its relay through the London Streets. The Chinese Delegation look on.
Jane Mingay / AP

Under Starter's Orders
In an empty Wembley soccer stadium, Olympic multi-gold-medallist, Sir Steve Redgrave, at left, watches Deputy Mayor of London, Nicky Gavron raise the torch aloft at the beginning of its relay through the London Streets. The Chinese Delegation look on.

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