tokyo olympics

Tokyo Olympic Chief Hints Games Could Be In Doubt Even In 2021
Last month, Japanese officials postponed the 2020 Olympics an entire year due to the COVID-19 crisis.
By AP

2020 Olympics Now Have A New Date -- In 2021
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and the International Olympic Committee agreed to postpone the games in Tokyo because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Tokyo Olympics Looks Set To Be Postponed After Canada And Australia Withdraw
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said a postponement would be necessary if the games cannot be held in a complete way.
By Associated Press

Japan Stands Firm On Tokyo Olympics, Says Won't Postpone Event
Several, including reigning Olympic pole vault champion Katerina Stefanidi, said the IOC decision was putting athletes health at risk.
By Karolos Grohmann, Reuters

Coronavirus Outbreak Puts A Question Mark Over Tokyo Olympics
The International Olympic Committee and local organisers say the games are on, but the clock is ticking.
By Stephen Wade and Graham Dunbar, Associated Press