Coronavirus, Visas Keeping Olympic Hopefuls From Australia Qualifier

Fifteen gymnasts from Iran and China face visa issues and travel bans preventing their participation in the gymnastics World Cup in Melbourne. Iranian gymnasts have had their visa requests denied, leading to criticism from Iran's gymnastics officials, who suspect fears of asylum-seeking. Chinese gymnasts are affected by a travel ban due to the coronavirus outbreak. Gymnastics Australia seeks assistance from the Australian Olympic Committee to resolve these issues, but the situation remains uncertain.

Why are the gymnasts from Iran and China unable to participate in the World Cup in Australia?

• Due to their lack of athletic ability

• Because of denied visa requests and a travel ban

• The event was canceled

• They chose not to participate

What is the main concern of the Iranian gymnastics officials regarding the denied visas?

• The gymnasts might miss their training

• The gymnasts might get injured

• The gymnasts might seek asylum in Australia

• The gymnasts might not perform well

What is the reason for the travel ban affecting the Chinese gymnasts?

• Political tensions between China and Australia

• The coronavirus outbreak

• Lack of funding for the event

• Poor performance in previous competitions

What action has Gymnastics Australia taken to help the Iranian athletes?

• They have canceled the event

• They have asked for help from the Australian Olympic Committee

• They have issued new visas

• They have relocated the event

What is uncertain regarding the participation of Chinese athletes in the event?

• If Australia will lift the travel ban before the event

• Whether they will perform well

• If they will receive new uniforms

• Whether they will have enough time to train