Eyebrows raised as Olympics participants told to attend at their own risk


A SHORT paragraph in the Playbook is creating a quiet discontent in the international sports community getting ready for the Tokyo Olympics in July and the Paralympics shortly after.

The first version of the rule book, released in early February 2021, outlined the responsibilities of all Olympic Games participants – 14 days before they travel into the country until they leave.

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