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“This is the journey I took with my programs since March 11 2011” says gold medalist in unique substitute for suspended sporting events.
Tokyo’s governor hopes having firm start date will allow athletes and organizers to better focus on preparing for the delayed Games.
Also agrees with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s proposal to have the Games by next summer at the latest.
Canadian Olympic and Paralympic teams won’t be heading to Japan this summer, and one other nation is already following suit.
Grand champion Hakuho had a 59-kilogram (130-pound), 34-centimeter (9.4-inch) advantage on his opponent.
It seemed the fan’s suggestion for what the baseball star should do with his money was not well-received.
Organizing Committee considers relaxing rules for the Games during Japan’s always hot and humid summer.
Japanese fans visit the rugby player’s cafe in team jerseys for “the best breakfast in Tokyo“.
Players helped themselves to unordered booze following World Cup elimination and caused more than four million yen (US$37,000) in damage, owner says.
Heat and humidity in the capital judged risks to athletes’ safety and performance, so another Japanese city with an Olympic past will play host.
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