Jan. 26, 2010 - Citizen ambassador's Olympic attempt to be covered by BBC

A Citizen watch ambassador will be a feature of the BBC's Winter Olympics coverage. Citizen watch ambassador Chemmy Alcott has been confirmed as one of the British hopefuls that will be shown by the BBC during its coverage of the upcoming Winter Olympics. BBC Radio 5 Live will offer live commentary from the Games, with Alcott's attempt to win gold on the ski slopes of Vancouver likely to be a highlight. Alcott is, according to the Japanese luxury watch manufacturer, "Great Britain's best" skier and will be hoping to better her performances at the last two Winter Olympics in Italy and the USA. Barbara Slater, BBC Sport's director, says: "This February we'll be providing the viewer with the most comprehensive and compelling Winter Olympic experience ever." The event kicks off on February 12th and runs until February 28th in the western Canadian city. Official timekeeper of the Games is Citizen's rival designer timepiece brand Omega, which has an affiliation with the Olympics dating back almost 80 years.