The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) says theres no doubt Australian athletes want to compete in the 2020 Toyko Olympics , but as travel and mass gathering bans kick in, its unclear whether plans for the July sporting event will go ahead.

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, AOCs CEO Matt Carroll said hes waiting for advice from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the coronavirus crisis continues 16 weeks ahead of the opening ceremony.

We remain focused on the planning and preparation of the Australian team to the Tokyo Games, for 14 July opening in four months time, he said.

Emphasising the AOC is not in a bubble, Carroll said, we recognise that people are suffering, and the health and wellbeing of Australian athletes is the priority for the committee.