Medalists at Tokyo Games now get up to 30 seconds without a mask

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The medal stand is one of the only places Olympians are allowed to remove their masks — but only for a few fleeting seconds

That's one of the only places the International Olympic Committee is allowing them to temporarily go without masks during the Tokyo Games. , relaxing its draconian victory ceremony protocol to allow athletes on the podium to briefly remove their masks for a physically distanced photo opportunity. The athletes still must remain six feet apart on their own platforms while celebrating the proudest moment of their careers and must put their masks back on within 30 seconds.

The comically intricate protocol is a reminder that little about these COVID Olympics feels normal. Fans are barred from the stands. Athletes must leave their families at home. Hugs, handshakes and high-fives are discouraged. So is venturing anywhere besides competition venues and a limited list of preapproved locations.athletes openly violating the rules

 

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