Tokyo Olympics: COVID-19 infections rise as more athletes test positive

An International Olympic Committee member from South Korea had also tested positive for the coronavirus on landing in Tokyo. 

TOKYO: Tokyo Olympics organisers on Sunday (July 18) reported three new cases of COVID-19 infection among athletes, up from one new case a day earlier, as the population of the athlete`s village swells ahead of the start of the pandemic-hit Games next week. Organisers reported 10 new cases connected to the Olympics including media, contractors and other personnel, down from 15 on Saturday. An International Olympic Committee member from South Korea tested positive for the coronavirus on landing in Tokyo. Ryu Seung-min, a former Olympic athlete, is vaccinated, reflecting the infection risk even from vaccinated attendees.