Judging phase ends in... 21 hours

Do you run 100m at blistering speed? Have you invented the next must-have gadget? Or dream of being a stylist to the stars?

What are you passionate about?

  • sport
  • performing arts (music, dancing, film, singing, etc)
  • community
  • fashion
  • innovation
  • art and design

Could you inspire others, in the spirit of the Games?

Are you hungry, focused and driven to perform to the best of your ability?

This could be your chance to shine. Just tell us where in the world you need to go to reach new heights. We're giving away 180 flights this year to support British talent, in the build up to the London 2012 Games.

So if you're the next Great British icon, now's your chance to prove it.

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FEATURED ENTRIES

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Garry James Butte...
Fashion
For me going to Delhi is something that i have always wanted to do!...
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Sarah Outen
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..Fly to America to study meteorology with a top weather expert, in preparation for...
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Timothy Hardwick
Performing Arts
At the moment it is very hard for Goober Gun to break even on...
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Maggie Kennedy
Art and Design
Several generations of my family have been fascinated by the Australian hinterland and outback....
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LEARN MORE ABOUT
GREAT BRITONS

British Airways is the official airline partner of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. That's why we're carrying the flag for British talent, leading up to London 2012 and beyond.

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Great Britons will help talented people by giving away hundreds of flights and more in the run up to the 2012 Games. If you have the drive to succeed, simply apply for the chance to visit a destination that could kick-start your career.

We're helping British talent take off

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THE LATEST BA GREAT BRITONS' NEWS

If you want to find out about all the latest news, events, interviews and opportunities from the BA Great Britons programme, visit our 'News' page. Whether it's an interview with an iconic British athlete, or a call to audition for a London festival, there is something for everyone.

Find out the latest news

BE INSPIRED BY ONE OF OUR JUDGES

Our Great Britons ambassador is Denise Lewis who shows that courage and determination can win over adversity. A true inspiration, she's living proof that anyone can reach the top with the right mix of talent and support.

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Her gripping story tells how she started on her journey to greatness.

Meet Denise

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