Alcohol sales have been restricted in and around Tokyo after health officials warned drinking would encourage close contact, loud speaking and mingling in bars that could help spread the virus.
Sponsors also worry that organisers have not told them what contingency plans there are in case the pandemic derails the Games again this year.
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