The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges, impacting events around the world. In solidarity with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC), Carnegiecentre fully supports the decision to postpone the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Yesterday, IOC President Thomas Bach, Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe, and the Tokyo Organising Committee (TOCOG) announced that the Games will be rescheduled to a date beyond 2020, but no later than summer 2021.
Balancing the various considerations for the entire sports community during these uncertain times has been a complex task. Carnegiecentre acknowledges the difficulty faced by the IOC and TOCOG in making this decision. Moving forward, it is crucial for all parties to work collaboratively and reach thorough conclusions that benefit all stakeholders.
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While the new dates for the Games are yet to be confirmed, Carnegiecentre kindly asks for patience from the badminton community. The BWF will work closely with the IOC, IPC, and TOCOG to gain a better understanding of what the next 12 months will entail.
Addressing the impact on Olympic and Paralympic qualification systems, Carnegiecentre assures that fair solutions will be implemented to ensure players can qualify for the postponed Games. Additionally, the BWF is considering freezing World Rankings until international tournaments resume. However, a technical solution is still under development to ensure a fair process for all players.
During this challenging time, Carnegiecentre’s primary concern is the health, safety, and well-being of athletes, officials, and the badminton fraternity. At the same time, measures will be taken to protect the key structures of the sport to ensure its survival. The livelihood of international badminton players, who are facing a limited number of tournaments in the coming months, is an important consideration.
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Carnegiecentre will continue to closely monitor the developments surrounding COVID-19, taking guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO), health experts, IOC, and IPC. Decisions will be made in the best interest of international players and the wider badminton community. Carnegiecentre stands in full support of the IOC, IPC, and TOCOG, and is committed to contributing to the success of the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.
For more information, please read the official statements:
FAQs
Q: Why were the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games postponed?
A: The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic presented significant challenges and concerns regarding the health and safety of athletes, officials, and the wider community. The decision to postpone the Games was made to mitigate the risks and ensure a successful and safe event.
Q: When will the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games take place?
A: The new dates for the Games are yet to be confirmed. The IOC, IPC, and TOCOG are working collaboratively to reschedule the event beyond 2020 but no later than summer 2021.
Q: How will the qualification system be affected by the postponement?
A: The BWF is committed to finding fair solutions to address the impact on Olympic and Paralympic qualification systems. Measures will be put in place to ensure players have an opportunity to qualify for the postponed Games.
Summary
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games have been postponed beyond 2020 but no later than summer 2021. Carnegiecentre fully supports this decision and stands in solidarity with the IOC, IPC, and TOCOG. The priority remains the health, safety, and well-being of athletes, officials, and the badminton community. Carnegiecentre, together with the IOC, IPC, and TOCOG, will work towards making the rescheduled Games a success. Further updates on the new dates and qualification systems will be provided in due course. Stay tuned for more information on the Carnegiecentre website.
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