Carl Lewis: "Postpone Tokyo Olympics 2 Years to Hold Summer and Winter Games Together"

Revealed in Local Media Interview
"Players Find It Difficult to Concentrate"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunju Lee] 'Legend of Athletics' Carl Lewis (59) stated that postponing the Tokyo Olympics by two years to hold it together with the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics would be ideal.

On the 22nd (Korean time), Lewis said in an interview with a local media outlet, "Postponing the Tokyo Olympics by two years is the most realistic option."

Lewis said, "It is difficult for athletes to focus on preparing for the Olympics under these circumstances," adding, "COVID-19 is something beyond our control."

Regarding the timing of the event, he suggested that holding it in 2022, when the Winter Olympics take place, would be better than reopening it after one year.

Lewis said, "If the Summer and Winter Olympics are held in the same year, 2022 will be the 'Year of the Olympics,'" adding, "Although it will be unfortunate for athletes nearing retirement, holding the Tokyo Olympics in 2022 is currently the most realistic alternative."

According to the schedule, the Tokyo Olympics are set to open on July 24.

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