Route for Olympic Torch Revealed

The video discusses the 2012 Olympic torch relay, aiming to spread Olympic excitement across the UK. The relay will cover 8,000 miles, involving 8,000 torchbearers, and pass through 95% of the population within an hour's journey. Despite initial public disinterest, the relay seeks to engage the entire nation, not just London. Organizers hope to avoid issues seen in previous Olympics by keeping the relay within the British Isles. The journey will culminate in London, with large celebrations planned, provided everything goes smoothly.

What is the main goal of the Olympic torch relay as mentioned in the text?

How many stops are announced for the torch relay?

What percentage of the population is said to be within an hour's journey of the relay?

What are the organizers hoping to avoid by keeping the relay within the British Isles?

What is the significance of the torch relay in relation to the cities involved?