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Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

Last updated on: July 28, 2012 12:22 IST

United States First Lady Michelle Obama played a little tennis with kids, displayed her football skills, handed out some hugs and posed for photos with strapping athletes as she formally began her stint leading the US Olympics delegation.

Mrs O promoted the Let's Move event to promote fitness awareness as the US ambassador's residence in Regent's Park, London that saw the participation of more than a thousand American and British kids.

Michelle Obama takes part in a tug-of-war during an event at the US embassy in central London.

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Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama kicks a ball during an event for US military children and British and US students at the US embassy in central London.

Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama plays tennis during an event at the US embassy in central London.

Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama stands next to British footballer David Beckham during the event.

Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama takes part in a team building exercise during the event.

Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama claps as she arrives at a Team USA athletes breakfast in London.

Michelle Obama plays tug of war, football in London

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Michelle Obama arrives for an event at the US embassy in central London.

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