Olympics Shrugs Off COVID Outbreak: 40 Athletes Testing Positive

A COVID-19 outbreak at the 2024 Paris Olympics has impacted at least 40 athletes, including U.S. track star Noah Lyles. Despite the surge in cases, with many countries experiencing increased infections, the Olympics have largely abandoned previous COVID protocols. This shift to pre-pandemic norms means athletes are now managing their own COVID precautions.

 

Lyles, who tested positive before competing in the 200-meter semifinals, chose to compete and won a bronze medal. This situation raises concerns about the Games' response to COVID, but athletes appear to be adapting to the virus as a routine challenge rather than a crisis. Read more from The Hill here.