According to Kyodo, the organizers of the competition will hold a meeting on August 16 to consider this issue.

It is noted that the organizers do not plan to open stadiums for spectators in Tokyo, as well as in Chiba and Saitama prefectures.

In Shizuoka Prefecture, it is planned to allow up to 5 thousand spectators and no more than 50% of the stadium capacity.

Recall that the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo were held from 23 July to 8 August without spectators.

The Paralympic Games will be held from August 24 to September 5.

Earlier it was reported that the International Paralympic Committee approved the application of the Russian national team for the Summer Games in Tokyo.