The Quiet Games: No cheering allowed at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics


Olympic officials announced new restrictions for spectators ahead of the Tokyo Olympics to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19. Though attending the Games on-site is already limited, the new rules for fans include not cheering out loud, sharing high fives, or drinking alcohol at venues.

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