Sports presenter Dougie Donnelly and Scottish swimming champion Todd Cooper unveiled the newly wrapped carriages at Shields Road Subway station. The carriages have been wrapped in 'Back the Bid' livery to support Glasgow's bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

They are the first of eight trailer cars to be wrapped in the distinctive vinyl. Each one features a giant image of Todd in action and will form the middle section of a Subway train.

Dougie Donnelly said, "The Subway is the heart of the Glasgow transport system. It will play a crucial role in transporting athletes and spectators around the city if our bid is successful.

"Having been at seven Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games, I know only too well the importance of efficient transport at events like these. If the transport system is of a high standard, it can make a huge difference to the whole feel of the Games for competitors, officials and spectators alike.

"Opportunities to host major sporting events like the Commonwealth Games don't come along very often for us here in Scotland. To win this bid we need support from all corners of the country.

"These trains looks fantastic and, with another six on the way, they will certainly catch the attention of all Subway users."

SPT Subway boss David Wallace added: "We are committed to the 'Back the Bid' campaign and we're delighted to be involved. Fingers crossed we can be part of a successful bid. If so, Glasgow will need to gear up to ensure we have the best possible transport system for everyone involved and SPT looks forward to playing its part in that.

"The Commonwealth Games would not only be a world-class event for the city but would also leave a lasting transport legacy that the travelling public could enjoy for years to come."

Reflecting on the giant images of himself, Todd Cooper, said: "Winning bronze in the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne is the highlight of my career so far, but I can't think of anything more inspiring than competing in Glasgow in front of a passionate home crowd. Scots everywhere have already pledged their support for turning this dream into a reality, and as these colourful trains travel all round Glasgow I'm sure they will encourage even more people to 'Back the Bid'.

"It's an honour to represent Scotland and an honour to be chosen to feature on this train. I hope it will encourage even more people to take up sport – with a little encouragement we could win even more medals during the spectacle that will be Glasgow 2014."

Aspiring athletes from the Glasgow School of Sport welcomed the trains into the station as 14-year-old Glasgow piper Victoria Leech added a touch of tradition to the occasion.

Further Information:

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