Jul 18, 2021
Untimely outbreaks, transit turmoil and political gaffes abound in Tokyo, where Summer Games organizers find themselves scrambling to solve critical issues just days before the opening ceremony of the Olympics.
Measures meant to ensure a “safe and secure” event that may have looked good on paper aren’t faring so well in practice.
A growing list of athletes, coaches and other individuals working in close contact with Games delegations have tested positive for COVID-19 at airports, hotels and, most recently, the Olympic Village.
Steps taken to prevent the spread of the virus are already unraveling at the seams with five days to go until the opening ceremony on Friday, leaving organizers with little time for damage control.