Tokyo's turbulent countdown
China Daily |
Updated: 2021-04-15 08:55
Share
Share - WeChat
As the Games pass the 100-days-to-go mark, difficulties and uncertainties abound for host Japan
When Japan won the bid to host the Olympics eight years ago, it billed Tokyo as a reliable and secure location, contrasting it with rivals struggling with finances and political instability.
But 100 days before the start of the Games, organizers face a deluge of challenges and growing uncertainty as the pandemic rages around the world, affecting decisions on everything from athlete safety to spectator numbers to ticket sales.
Most Popular
- Over 30,000 enthusiasts kick off roller skating carnival in Hebei
- China's elite diving squad gets Super Final campaign off to flying start
- Kenya celebrates Sawe's historic run with state recognition
- Infantino confirms Iran's participation in World Cup
- Sanya praised for sports venues, hospitality
- Speed climber Zhao smashes world-record
Highlights
What's Hot
