As outbreaks of COVID-19 continue to spread in Japan, so too does speculation that they could force the cancellation or postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Experts say the games are unlikely to be called off because that would all but guarantee huge financial losses for the host city, as well as a slew of sponsors, broadcasters and other stakeholders.
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