Health comes first in Olympics decision


Training on track: Track cyclist Azizulhasni Awang is ready to shoulder the Olympic challenge, no matter when the Games will be held. — AFP

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will give priority to the health of athletes and officials before making any decision on the participation of its contingent if the Tokyo Olympics takes place as scheduled from July 24-Aug 9.

There have been increasing voices from international athletes and sports organisations asking for the Olympics to be postponed with the Covid-19 pandemic sweeping the world.

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