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2020 Olympics Could Be 'Canceled' Over Coronavirus Outbreak, Official Says

Tokyo 2020 could be CANCELED over the Coronavirus -- so says a senior Olympic official who says postponing or moving the games to another country is probably out of the question.

With 80,000 people reportedly infected with the virus -- and 2,700 deaths -- people are concerned a massive international gathering like the Olympics could could accelerate the spread. And with the Games set to kick off in late July, athletes and fans want to know if there's a backup plan.

Enter Dick Pound -- a senior member of the International Olympic Committee -- who told the Associated Press a total cancellation IS on the table.