Even with the uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic, Japan is still determined to host the Tokyo Games this year in summer.
As reported by Nikkei Asia, the Tokyo Olympic organising committee has revealed that the upcoming Games, set to open on July 23, could be held without spectators. The committee is looking at various scenarios and running simulations to understand how the Games could play out under different circumstances.
One such scenario is to hold the games without any spectators or fans. This could happen if the Covid-19 situation in Japan and the rest of the world are still not brought under control.
Currently, Japan is considering three options for the Tokyo Olympics: having no limit on the number of spectators, imposing a 50 percent cap on spectator numbers, or running the events without any fans. Decisions on the matter is expected by the end of spring, including the number of spectators permitted into each venue if they were allowed.
In the meantime, the International Olympic Committee is recommending participating athletes and officials to receive the Covid-19 vaccination ahead of the Games. However, CEO of the Tokyo 2020 organising committee, Toshiro Muto, has stated that coronavirus vaccination will not be a prerequisite for participants.
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