As details of the Olympic London 2012 Tickets are published, what are the tips and tactics for making sure you get the tickets you want.
Simply forget the high profile events like the 100m Athletics finals and most swimming finals is the simple answer. They will be massively oversubscribed and your chance of getting one is very slim. Sure pitch in and apply, but don't apply expecting to get one.
Rather, first work out what you want.
Is it an event with a chance of seeing a British Gold? Or an atmosphere to never be matched, or true world class expertise in a sport you don't get the chance to see at a high level very often.
Bear that in mind, and here are our tips:
1. Don't forget the Marathons. They are free, a great atmosphere, with incredible athletes, and a fund day on London's streets assured.
2. Archery. Lords will be transformed from its normal Cricket mode to a superb outside stadium. It will look amazing and there will never be a chance like this again. Plus Archery is a minor sport and 5500 tickets means you should be able to get one. Plus, there could be a British medal, Simon Terry got a Bronze in 1992, and is a prospect again. Or five times Olympian Alison Williamson.
3. Water Polo. Its a minor sport and you should get a ticket. No British medal, though, and its not even sure we will compete. GO for the Hungarians, Serbians and Croatians. If Serbia play Croatia, expect fireworks, and it could be the highlight of the games. Seriously, get a ticket if you can.
4. Canoe Slalom. Again a good chance of British medal, or perhaps more. Plus a purpose built Lee Valley White Water Centre will be spectacular. Should get a ticket if you apply.
5. Triathlon. In London's Hyde Park, a great outdoor venue. Lots of action over a long period, and a good chance of British success. Alistair Brownlee is current World Champion.
6. Canoe Sprint. The British team are targeting 11 medals from 12 events! Power, excitement and British Medals and a great venue. Get a ticket!
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