The architects behind Tokyo's new National Stadium have rejected reports that they may be fired from the project as criticism mounts over the building's cost and appearance.
A weekend report in the Hochi Shimbun said Olympic chiefs were considering canceling the contract with Zaha Hadid Architects, which was chosen to design the showpiece stadium in a restricted-entry competition in 2012, unless the design could be modified to meet budget and time restrictions.
The site is currently being cleared in preparation for construction.
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