Source: Daily_Mail
Tottenham prepare legal fight after Olympic Stadium defeat to West Ham
Tottenham are ready to launch a legal fight after losing out to West Ham in the race for the Olympic Stadium.[LNB]The Hammers struck gold after it emerged Olympic Park Legacy Company is set to vote in their favour of the 2012 battle.[LNB]Yet, Spurs may now trigger a judicial review of the selection process after their failed bid.[LNB] The future is bright: A computer generated image shows how the interior of the Olympic Stadium - with athletics track kept intact - will look[LNB] HAVE YOUR SAY... Should West Ham celebrate Olympic Stadium victory? The Hammers have snatched the keys to the Olympic Stadium over rivals Tottenham as new tenants of the Stratford site after the 2012 Games. But with fans voicing several concerns, chiefly over the running track and attendances, should the club celebrate victory just yet? TELL US WHAT YOU THINK Chairman Daniel has recently revealedhis concerns and it is believed they will launch a challenge if there is any evidence of political interference.[LNB]Leading athletes, politicians, Olympic board members and City Hall figures all backed West Ham's bid.[LNB]On Friday, the 14-strong OPLC board is expected to vote in overwhelmingly in favour of the Hammers' bid.[LNB]Once that is confirmed, the decision will be referred to ministers and Mayor Boris Johnson. It is highly unlikely that they will challenge the recommendation.[LNB]Spurs are refusing to comment fully until they hear ann official announcement. A statement read: 'Whilst we are concerned to read that there appears to have been a leak of information from the OPLC about what their recommendation and decision may be, we regard it as premature to make any comment at this stage.'[LNB]There can only be one winner as set down by the OPLC's five criteria: One, to achieve a viable long-term solution for the stadium that is deliverable and provides value for money. That could arguably be achieved by both.[LNB]Two, to secure a partner with the capability to deliver and operate a legacy solution for a venue of the stadium's size and complexity. (Both meet that requirement, depending what is meant by 'legacy solution'.)[LNB]Three, to reopen the stadium for operational use as rapidly as possible once the 2012 Games have finished. (That is West Ham - their reconfiguration work is less extensive.)[LNB]Four, to ensure that the stadium remainsa distinctive physical symbol supporting the economic, physical and social regeneration of the surrounding area. West Ham clearly win on that criterion if the 'symbol' must represents an Olympic heritage.[LNB]Field of dreams: West Ham have been given the nod to take over the Olympic Stadium following London 2012[LNB]Five, to allow flexible usage of the stadium, accommodating a vibrant programme that allows year-round access for schools, the local community, the wider public and elite sport. No contest. West Ham promise a range of other sports from day to day, all year round.[LNB]There are those who say football is not best watched over an athletics track but West Ham plan to cut the corners off the running track, minimising the distance from seat to pitch.[LNB] [LNB] [LNB] West Ham strike gold: Tottenham lose battle to move into Olympic Stadium Enough of the Olympic Stadium saga... Spurs and Leyton Orient should move onAll the latest Tottenham news, features and opinionAll the latest West Ham news, features and opinion [LNB] Explore more:People: Boris Johnson Places: City Hall, Olympic Stadium
