VOICED : Olympics 2020: Madrid

Madrid is competing to host the 2020 Olympics, facing competition from Istanbul and Tokyo. Despite its €6.5 billion debt, Madrid has existing sports infrastructure, reducing costs compared to previous hosts like London. Hosting the Olympics could boost Spain's economy and global image. The final decision will be made in September 2013, and public support is strong, hoping for an economic uplift.

What are the main competitors Madrid is facing for hosting the 2020 Olympics?

• Beijing and Sydney

• Paris and Berlin

• Istanbul and Tokyo

• Rome and Athens

What is one of the main advantages Madrid has in its bid to host the Olympics?

• A larger budget than other cities

• Most of the sporting infrastructure is already in place

• Support from all European countries

• A history of hosting previous Olympic Games

How much does Madrid need to invest to host the 2020 Olympics?

• €20 billion

• €5 billion

• €10 billion

• €1.25 billion

What is one potential benefit of hosting the Olympics for Madrid?

• Decreased tourism

• Reduced infrastructure

• Increased national debt

• Improved global image

When will the final decision be made regarding the host city for the 2020 Olympics?

• March 2013

• September 2013

• December 2013

• June 2013