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From slushie machines to megalitres of alchohol spray, the Tokyo Olympics are a logistical nightmare

  • Written by Flavio Romero Macau, Associate dean, Edith Cowan University
From slushie machines to megalitres of alchohol spray, the Tokyo Olympics are a logistical nightmareKyodo/AP

The postponed Tokyo Olympics are about to start, albeit with no hugging or high-fives. More than 11,000 athletes will compete in 339 sporting events across 40+ venues. They will be bonded by the Olympic spirit of friendship, solidarity, fair play — and global logistics.

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