David Beckham looks back on the original London 2012 bid

David Beckham admits he looks back on the role he played in London 2012's "perfect" bid with pride.

The former England midfielder believes East London is unrecognisable from the area he grew up in and is not surprised by the excitement the Games has generated.

Watch coverage of the London 2012 opening ceremony across the BBC, Friday 27 July from 1900 BST.