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Paris Olympics to Provide 300,000 Condoms, Lifts Intimacy Ban

In a move to promote athlete well-being, the 2024 Paris Olympics will offer condoms and mental health resources while reintroducing physical intimacy.

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The Paris 2024 logo is displayed on the facade of Paris town hal.
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Overview

  • The 2024 Paris Olympics will provide 300,000 condoms to athletes, lifting the intimacy ban imposed during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics due to COVID-19.
  • Organizers also announced initiatives for mental health resources and cyberbullying support, aiming for inclusivity and athlete well-being.
  • The distribution of condoms, a tradition since the Seoul Olympics, aims to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS.
  • No alcohol will be available in the Olympic Village, but athletes can enjoy French specialties and a vast buffet.
  • The Paris Olympics will feature four new sports, including skateboarding and surfing, amidst extensive security measures and a unique Seine River opening ceremony.