Analysis
The official transcript of Jacques Rogge’s closing‑ceremony remarks on 12 August 2012 contains the phrase “happy and glorious” and adds that the Games were well‑organised, athlete‑centred and a celebration of sport. Multiple reputable news outlets quoted the same language, confirming the accuracy of the statement.
Background
Jacques Rogge, then President of the International Olympic Committee, delivered the closing‑ceremony speech after the London 2012 Olympic Games, praising the host city and the success of the event. His comments were widely reported and recorded in the IOC’s official press release and media coverage.
Verdict summary
Rogge did describe the London 2012 Games as “happy and glorious,” well‑organised, athlete‑centred and a celebration of sport in his closing‑ceremony speech.