2012 Olympics: Olympians to Watch

Lolo Jones and Michael Phelps are among the athletes we're most excited to watch in London

By EOL Staff Jul 02, 2012 1:35 PMTags
Michael Phelps, Ashton Eaton, Zara Phillips, Lolo Jones, Olympians to WatchGetty Images

With the US team trials wrapping up, our Olympic fever is at an all time high. We can't wait to take in the triumphs and heartbreaks the games guarantee. So which Olympians on their way to London have already secured places in our hearts?

Here are just a few Olympians we'll be paying extra close attention to when the games kick off on July 27.

Which athletes will you cheer on? Sound off in the comments!

PHOTOS: 2012 Olympians to Watch