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IOC Hold 'Constructive' Talks with Athlete Representatives About Coronavirus

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The International Olympic Committee has said it's held "constructive" discussions with athlete representatives after frustrations were raised ahead of next summer's Olympic Games in Tokyo.

The IOC have been criticised for their unwavering commitment to July's Games, while the sporting calendar has seen widespread postponements and cancellations because of the coronavirus pandemic.

According to Luke Reddy of BBC Sport, IOC president Thomas Bach said the latest communications with representatives were insightful:

"We have just had a really great call with 220 athlete representatives from all around the world, it was very constructive and gave us a lot of insight.