Olympic Athletes Grapple With COVID-19 Isolation Protocols

Athletes at the Beijing Games face challenging quarantine conditions, including poor food, lack of training equipment, and isolation, which hinder their recovery and performance. Many athletes have shared their struggles on social media, prompting the International Olympic Committee to promise improvements. The strict closed-loop system requires daily testing and isolation for those who test positive. Athletes need two negative tests within 24 hours to return to competition. The situation highlights the stress and sacrifices athletes endure to compete at the Olympics.

What are some of the main issues athletes faced in quarantine hotels during the Beijing Games?

• Excellent communication and support

• Spacious rooms and fast internet

• Inedible food and lack of training equipment

• Comfortable beds and good food

How did US figure skater Vincent Joe share his experience of testing positive for COVID-19?

• Via a television interview

• Through a press conference

• In a newspaper article

• In an emotional Instagram video

What is the duration of isolation for athletes who test positive for COVID-19 at the Beijing Games?

• Five days with one PCR test a day

• Three days with one PCR test

• Seven days with two PCR tests a day

• Ten days with no tests

What measures are part of the closed-loop system at the Beijing Winter Olympics?

• Unlimited access to the city

• No daily testing and open dining options

• Daily testing and strict dining restrictions

• No restrictions on public interaction

What did the International Olympic Committee promise to improve after multiple athlete complaints?

• The number of events

• The quality of medals

• Quarantine conditions and facilities

• The length of the Olympics