The band said in a statement on their website that they felt "honoured" and "very excited" at the prospect and revealed that "Matt wrote the song with the Olympics in mind. It's about total conviction and pure determination to win."

"[It] will be played throughout the Games including when athletes enter the stadium, in the lead up to the medal ceremony and also as the theme for all international TV coverage," the statement continued.

"The worldwide radio exclusive will be ...