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Questions about BBC Sport

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did BBC Sport first appear as a unified brand?

BBC Sport first appeared as a unified brand in 1988 during the Summer Olympics held in Seoul. A short animation featuring a globe circumnavigated by four colored rings introduced this new identity to viewers.

Where is the BBC Sport Centre located and when did operations begin there?

The department moved into Quay House at MediaCityUK gradually between late 2011 and early 2012. On the 5th of March 2012, the first Sports bulletins were broadcast from the new BBC Sport Centre.

Which Olympic Games does BBC Sport hold exclusive rights to show until 2032?

The current rights deal extends through the 2032 Summer Olympics. Live coverage has been shown for every Summer Olympics since 1960.

Who presents Match of the Day on BBC Sport?

Match of the Day remains a flagship show hosted by Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan. The programme features pundits including Alan Shearer, Robbie Savage, Chris Sutton, Don Hutchison, Mark Lawrenson, Danny Murphy, Kevin Kilbane, Jermaine Jenas, Martin Keown, Stephen Warnock, Rio Ferdinand, Matthew Upson, Alex Scott, Faye White, Sue Smith, Lucy Ward, Chris Waddle, Cese Fabregas, Ian Wright and Tony Pulis.

When was the online sports forum 606 closed by BBC Sport?

The site was closed on the 31st of May 2011 as conversations increasingly shifted to social media websites. This closure occurred as part of the reduction in BBC Online's budget of 25% where all non-essential services were closed.