“Safely organize the tournament” Chairman Bach Confident in holding the Tokyo Olympics September 23, 4:32
IOC = President of the International Olympic Committee Bach released a message to athletes and related parties, touching on the fact that several sports competitions have been resumed under the influence of the new coronavirus, and confident in holding the Tokyo Olympics. Shown.
IOC President Bach sent a message titled "Olympism and Corona" to athletes, IOC members, and all involved, and the content was posted on the website on the 22nd.
In this, Chairman Bach mentioned that a number of international sports competitions, mainly outdoor sports, have resumed since the summer. It is clear that he strongly desires to be resurrected as a part of it, "he emphasized the importance of sports in society.
Furthermore, regarding the postponed Tokyo Olympics, Chairman Bach will assume that it will be practical in light of the current situation in which virus testing technology and vaccine development are progressing in each country, and it is a scenario 1 It was revealed that he joined as a member.
President Bach has reiterated the view that a safe environment for all parties is a condition of the event.
In this message, he said, "I have learned that the tournament can be organized safely despite the restrictions imposed by viruses. It should give me confidence in preparing for future tournaments, including the Tokyo Olympics." I showed confidence in holding the event.