Athlete COVID-19 infections rise in Tokyo as Olympics nears

Jul 18, 2021 3:19 PM PHT

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Athlete COVID-19 infections rise in Tokyo as Olympics nears

PANDEMIC GAMES. The Tokyo Olympics will push through as scheduled this year.

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Tokyo Olympics organizers report 10 new coronavirus cases connected to the Games, including media, contractors, and other personnel

Tokyo Olympics organizers on Sunday, July 18 reported three new cases of coronavirus infection among athletes, as the population of the athletes’ village swells ahead of the start of the pandemic-hit Games next week.

Organizers reported 10 new cases connected to the Olympics, including media, contractors, and other personnel. That compares with 15 new cases on Saturday, which included personnel, the first case of infection at the athletes’ village.

An International Olympic Committee member from South Korea tested positive for the coronavirus on landing in Tokyo. Ryu Seung-min, a former Olympic athlete, is vaccinated, reflecting the infection risk even from vaccinated attendees.

Infection rates are climbing among the general population of the capital, topping 1,000 new cases for four consecutive days. Polls show many Japanese oppose holding the Games with the influx of overseas visitors it entails. – Rappler.com