USA Swimming, one of the most important national governing bodies within the U.S. Olympic community, has asked for the Olympics to be postponed.
USA Swimming, one of the most important national governing bodies within the U.S. Olympic community, has called for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games to be postponed for one year, USA TODAY Sports has learned.
Wrote Hinchey: “Everyone has experienced unimaginable disruptions, mere months before the Olympic Games, which calls into question the authenticity of a level playing field for all. Our athletes are under tremendous pressure, stress and anxiety, and their mental health and wellness should be among the highest priorities.
"We urge the USOPC, as a leader within the Olympic Movement, to use its voice and speak up for the athletes.” “I’m very proud of USA Swimming,” Bob Bowman, the renowned swimming coach who trained Michael Phelps throughout his illustrious career, said in a phone conversation. “I was hoping they would take a leadership role and Tim Hinchey clearly did with that letter. I hope other NGBs will join us.”
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