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Games chief: Tokyo Olympics could be held without fans

Tokyo 2020 president Seiko Hashimoto said Games organisers were working hard to protect athletes and the public [photo courtesy]

This summer's virus-postponed Olympics could be held behind closed doors, Tokyo 2020 President Seiko Hashimoto told AFP on Friday, pledging to ensure the Games will be safe.

Former Olympian Hashimoto said the Games could only be a success if organisers "completely protect" athletes and people in Japan, and that she is hopeful people will "be glad" the event went ahead.

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