Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games postponed March 25 at 12:27

The Olympic Committees of each country have expressed their support for the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics for about one year, but some players who have decided to participate are worried about the effects. .

The IOC = International Olympic Committee approved a one-year postponement of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games on a special board meeting on the 24th, following the worldwide spread of the new coronavirus.

Some Olympic-related organizations around the world have been supporting the postponement.

"Our decision to postpone quickly and clearly is a correct and very important step," the German Olympic Sports Federation said on Tuesday that it was a good decision for athletes.

"The 2021 is a sensible and the most realistic decision," said President of the French Olympic Committee Chairman Duni Masseglia in support of the postponement.

Carol, CEO of the Australian Olympic Committee, said on Tuesday, "We welcome the decision to postpone. It is a tragic time for the world, but athletes and the sports community can focus on the 2021 competition. And welcomed this decision. He said, "The organizers are facing major challenges but are convinced that Japan can host the best ever Olympic Games and provide the opportunity for the world to reconnect with solidarity and hope." Showed expectations.

Some players are worried about the effects

On the other hand, some players who have decided to participate in the Tokyo Olympics are worried about the effects of the delay.

Hana Mills, a British gold medalist for the last Rio de Janeiro Olympics sailing, told NHK on Tuesday that while his opinion was correct, `` Personally, when I first heard it, The Olympics are all for us and we have dedicated all the time to this summer, and for another year I don't know if we can be in perfect shape. " .

Max Hartung, who has decided to be Germany's national team for fencing, told Reuters: "The decision to postpone is a welcome but a tragedy. It's a serious crisis for us. The one-year extension is a fundamental change in our preparations so far, "he said.

Korea ’s acceptance

The Korean Athletic Meet, the Korean government and the Olympic Committee, have not disclosed their positions so far, but some players and managers have expressed their understanding.

Among them, Kim Yong-gyeong, Korea Volleyball Women's National Team, commented through his office, "I heard that it was postponed, but it was a natural decision due to the effects of the new coronavirus, and it was a natural decision." I got it.

The main newspaper, Chuo Daily, reported that Kim Kyung-moon, the coach of the Korean national baseball team, welcomed him by saying, "The most important thing is the health of the players. A good decision."

On the other hand, the Chuo Nippo also reports that it is concerned that the coordination with WBC = World Baseball Classic scheduled for next March will be successful.

A news agency from South Korea, Union News, said on the decision to postpone the postponement. "The IOC (International Olympic Committee) and the Japanese government seemed to have raised a white flag when they demanded the event be held safely. The accusations of being irresponsible for putting off their health and delaying their credibility were greatly plagued, but they agreed to accept the public opinion of each country. "

Winter 2022 in China

The Organizing Committee, which runs the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Beijing in 2022, wrote on the Chinese version of Weibo, "Let's meet in Tokyo next year. Let's do our best together!"

On the other hand, on the Internet in China, there are a number of comments that have been received favorably, such as "Safety first. Let's do our best!" And "I'm witnessing history."

In addition, Alibaba Group, the largest online mail-order sales company in China, has entered into a postponement agreement with the IOC = International Olympic Committee, which has signed a top-class sponsor agreement with the IOC = International Olympic Committee, which allows exclusive use of the Olympic symbol mark in its products and advertisements in its industry. He commented in full support for the decision, stating, "It's time for the whole world to fight the virus together. The postponement reflects the Olympic spirit of peace, friendship and solidarity."