Organizers of Tokyo Olympics Sunday reported three new cases of Covid-19 infection among athletes as the population of the athlete's village swells ahead of the start of the pandemic-hit Games next week.
Officials familiar with the preparations reported 10 new cases connected to the Olympics including media, contractors and other personnel, down from 15 on Saturday.
Reportedly, an International Olympic Committee member from South Korea tested positive for the coronavirus on landing in Tokyo.
Infection rates are climbing among the general population of the capital, topping 1,000 new cases for four consecutive days.
The rainy season ended in Tokyo on Friday, bringing blue skies and intense heat.
However, the burden on participants has been increased by virus countermeasures like masking.
The 2020 Games, delayed last year due to the global pandemic. It will open on Friday under a state of emergency in Tokyo and three neighboring prefectures.
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