
Tokyo Olympics: public opposition wanes, but doctors still worry Games will worsen Japan’s coronavirus crisis – Asia – South China Morning Post
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With the number of new coronavirus infections gradually declining, vaccinations picking up pace after a slow start and the Tokyo Olympic Games just six weeks away, the organisers of the largest sporting event in Japan’s history will no doubt welcome the fact that public opposition to the Games looks to be weakening.
Helping the organisers’ case was Ryota Yamagata’s new national record in the 100-metre sprint on Sunday, his time of 9.95 seconds at a meet in Tottori City bolstering hopes that a…Read More
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