TOKYO -- Suggestions by a senior International Olympics Committee member that the Tokyo Games could be canceled if the coronavirus outbreak is not contained by May drew a swift reaction from Japanese officials, while sponsoring companies are anxiously awaiting the fate of the world's biggest sporting event.
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Japan rebuts Olympic 'cancellation' talk despite coronavirus fears
Tokyo insists games will go ahead after IOC member says postponement not an option
The Tokyo Summer Games are scheduled to start in July, but the coronarvirus outbreak has sparked concerns over safety. © Reuters
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