Test: Hampden hosts security rehearsal Pic: © STV
Security for the Olympics was tested at a Scottish football match on Saturday.
Some spectators arriving for the Scottish Communities League Cup semi-final between Ayr and Kilmarnock were searched in a practice run for London 2012 football matches.
The rehearsal involved all fans entering Hampden Park's North Stand at gate numbers 19-40. Spectators entering the stadium through those gates were informed in advance.
Equal numbers of Ayr United and Kilmarnock supporters were involved and were given a quick search at the Glasgow stadium.
The test was carried out by the London 2012 Organising Committee (Locog) with security partner G4S and supported by Hampden Park and Strathclyde Police.
Ian Thomas, head of security integration and delivery at Locog, said: "Testing of security operations is vital ahead of the Games and delays to spectators during this test are unlikely.
"We are working closely with our partners to ensure the smooth running of these tests and are grateful to spectators in co-operating in this invaluable rehearsal."
Locog recently tested security screening at football matches in Cardiff, Newcastle, Coventry and Manchester, which it said proved very successful with no disruption.
During the Games this summer, spectators at all Olympic venues will go through security tests, including all Olympic Football venues.
Hampden Park will host eight Olympic football matches between July 25 and August 3, with action in both the men's and women's competitions.
The Ayrshire derby match on Saturday was won by Kilmarnock in extra time.
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