Athletes can't stretch their legs in container beds at Japan's Asian Games, official says
Athletes at the Asian Games in Japan have criticized the temporary container accommodations for being too small and prone to leaks. The criticism intensified after the number of attendees exceeded initial expectations, leading to concerns about adequate housing. Organizers acknowledge the dissatisfaction and state they are taking steps to improve the living conditions for the competitors.
- ▪South Korean officials described the container beds as the worst ever, noting that athletes over two meters tall cannot stretch their legs.
- ▪Approximately 2,000 athletes are housed in wooden container units that are designed to be reused as disaster evacuation facilities.
- ▪The total number of attendees increased to over 17,000, exceeding the initial budget and planning for 15,000 people.
- ▪Additional accommodation is provided on an Italian cruise ship for 4,000 to 5,000 participants, while others stay in hotels.
- ▪Organizers have acknowledged the concerns and stated they are taking concrete steps to improve the environment for the athletes.
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Athletes say they can't stretch their legs in container hut beds at Japan's Asian GamesImage source, AFP via Getty ImagesImage caption, These container houses are expected to house around 2,000 athletes at the Asian Games in JapanByKoh EwePublished4 minutes agoAhead of the official opening of the Asian Games in Japan on Saturday, wooden container homes meant for thousands of athletes have become the subject of heated criticism by members of the South Korean delegation.Jung Jae-yong, vice-president of the Korea Basketball Association, told AFP news agency the accommodation was the "worst it has ever been"."Athletes who are over two metres (6ft 7in) tall cannot even stretch their legs out on the beds.
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