Just a 16 year old,Amelia Hempleman-Adams, got the opportunity and became a first youngest person ever to ski to the South Pole,grinned from ear to ear as she held the flame on top of a capsule on board the giant wheel.
The stunt was suggested to the teenager, who told the BBC: “I decided to see what I'd have to do, thought about it and decided to do it.
“It was amazing to look out and see the whole of London.”
Amelia, who has tickets for the athletics and diving events, added: “The height was quite scary but you know you're safe so it's not too bad.
“It was a once in a lifetime experience, especially as the Olympics are in London. It makes it more special.”
