David Beckham launched Samsung’s Olympic campaign this afternoon – but kept fans guessing about his involvement in London 2012.
The ex-Manchester Utd ace has been linked with a number of roles – including a possible coaching position within the Great Britain football team. However the footie ace, who last won a cap for the English national side in 2009, remained tight-lipped, claiming his main priority is taking his kids Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz to the event.
Becks, the global ambassador for the spectacle, said: “I’m incredibly excited. It’s the first time I’m going to be at an Olympics. I’m proud and delighted to be able take my sons to an Olympic Games in our country, in the area where I grew up. And hopefully my daughter will be there too.”
When asked what his involvement will be, tanned David replied: “We’ll see. That’s a question on many people’s lips. I’ve been asked a few times what my involvement will be. I’m going to be a fan, that’s the biggest thing, watching the athletes that we’ve got. People like Jessica Ennis and Tom Daley, young athletes who will inspire so many young children around the world, not just in our country. “That’s an exciting prospect.”
David, who helped London bid for the Games back in 2005, added: “The Olympics mean the world to everyone and it’s such a great event to be part of. I remember the rivalries between Seb Coe and Steve Ovett but the exciting thing will be seeing athletes from all over the world in the area where I grew up. When Seb Coe and the London 2012 team asked me to get involved in the bid to bring the Olympics not just to our country but to the part of London where I grew up I must admit I was sceptical at first. I’d obviously never competed in the Olympics so was honoured and flattered to be part of the team. And the moment that we actually got the Olympics – to be part of that – was one of the most rewarding moments of my career. It was so special.”
David and pregnant wife Victoria are expecting their fourth child – confirmed to be a girl – on July 4.
The midfielder jetted in from LA this morning especially to launch Samsung’s Olympic campaign. And today he announced 18-year-old Gabriella Roseje from Bermondsey as his first nomination to be one of the 8000 torchbearers at the event.
Sports fanatic Gabriella helps work with disadvantaged kids in the capital.
David said: “Gabriella is an impressive and inspiring person. Not only is she successful in her own right, she willingly supports and help those around her. Gabriella stands out for all the right reasons.”
Gabriella said: “It came as a surprise but I’m so excited and proud. I hope my nomination inspires others to nominate someone.”
Source : The Sun
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