Category: Organization
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Coronavirus fears leave Olympic torch plane virtually empty
Tokyo 2020 officials did not fly to Athens to fetch the Olympic torch amid fears around coronavirus. https://youtu.be/sYgblq4uB8Q
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IOC: No need for ‘drastic decisions’ on Tokyo Olympics, but qualifying procedures will be modified
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, the International Olympic Committee reiterated Tuesday that it believes there is “no need for any drastic decisions” regarding the viability of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, scheduled to begin July 24. But it also acknowledged that Olympic qualifying procedures in several sports will be modified — and soon. In a…
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ABC Swim Diplomas in The Netherlands (for Children & Adults) – Jovie’s Home
Today I’m speaking with Remco, Chairman of the Board of SML Zwemmen School in The Hague, about swimming lessons, diplomas and a lot more! Thank you, Remco, for your time and expertise!
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The Coronavirus’s Economic Effect On Sports Could Be Staggering
Every corner of the economy will or has already begun to feel the strain of COVID-19, so in that sense, sports is no different from any other industry facing this crisis. But for sports, it has also played out on a very public stage, with leagues trying to balance safety against the likelihood of losing…
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Can Olympic organizers be trusted to make the right call on Tokyo Games?
“If you leave it to the IOC, they’re going to do what’s in their interest as opposed to what’s in the interest of public health,†said Conrad Wiacek, head of analysis and consulting at Sportcal, a GlobalData company that focuses on the business of sport. “You’re talking about one of the two biggest sporting organizations…
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Coronavirus disease wipes out work for those that lean on sports for income
In America’s attempt to slow the coronavirus pandemic, sports have come to a near halt. It’s a difficult reality for college student-athletes and coaches, and some professional, to face with their seasons abruptly ended. For Gateley and many others, sports’ unexpected hiatus is a direct hit to their livelihood. Read The Norman Transcript
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Abe pledges Japan will hold Olympic and Paralympic Games “without problems” despite virus fears
Japanese Prime Minister ShinzÅ Abe has insisted the country will host this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games “without problem as planned”, despite growing international concern over the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking at a press conference today, Abe refused to waver from the stance adopted by Japanese officials and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that Tokyo 2020…
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Olympic Committee Says Japan ‘Absolutely Not’ Postponing Olympics After Donald Trump Suggests It Should
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Friday disregarded President Donald Trump’s suggestion to postpone the 2020 Olympics, stating that they will “absolutely not” be postponed. “The IOC and the organizing committee are not considering cancellation or postponement—absolutely not at all,” said Seiko Hashimoto, a former Olympic bronze medalist and Japan’s Olympic minister. Hashimoto’s comments came…
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IOC will follow WHO advice on Olympics cancellation: Bach
The International Olympic Committee will follow the World Health Organisation’s recommendation on whether to cancel or postpone this year’s Tokyo Olympics over the coronavirus pandemic, IOC chief Thomas Bach said Thursday. In an interview with German television ARD, Bach said his organisation has been in regular contact with WHO experts since mid-February over the issue.…