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2020 TOKYO OLYMPICS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 15, 2021
IOC president's Hiroshima visit fuels speculation about his true intent
A trip that's officially being made to send a message of peace has instead stirred controversy amid the pandemic and raised questions about Thomas Bach's real purpose.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 15, 2021
Former Olympic marathoner has 'mixed feelings' about Tokyo Games with no spectators
Still, Mara Yamauchi believes that athletes will not be affected by the restrictions brought about by COVID-19 and the lack of spectators at the majority of Olympic venues.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 15, 2021
How a ban on a swim cap galvanized Black swimmers
After a backlash, members of the International Swimming Federation are reconsidering a ban they put on a swim cap designed for Black hair.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 14, 2021
Olympics boss Bach aims to put ‘most-followed’ games on track
The stakes are enormous for Suga, whose political fortunes are closely tied to the games, and for the IOC, which faces scrutiny on whether it is prioritizing money over public health.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jul 14, 2021
Gavin Edwards, a late addition to team Japan, excited for Olympic opportunity
When a series of training camps kicked off for the Japan men's national basketball team weeks ago, Gavin Edwards was believed to be on the outside looking in.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 14, 2021
Lessons in Olympic spirit from 'Japan's' Korean gold medalist live on
At the 1936 Olympics, Korean Sohn Kee-chung stood with his head hung, hiding the Rising Sun flag on his chest with a laurel plant as Japan's national anthem filled the stadium.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 14, 2021
Roger Federer withdraws from Tokyo Games due to knee setback
Federer, who turns 40 next month, had two knee surgeries in 2020 which resulted in more than a year of rehabilitation.
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BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 13, 2021
Local Olympics organizers face uninsured loss from spectator ban
The Tokyo Organising Committee used up much of its event cancellation policy on postponement costs last year, insurance sources say.

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