The Olympic Games have grown in size and scale over the years, prompting calls for downsizing, such as by reducing the number of events and limiting attendance at venues. Japan initially promised to deliver a “compact Olympics,” but this proved impossible and the games are now slated to be the largest ever, with 339 events in 33 different sports. In late June this year, the Tokyo Organizing Committee and the International Olympic Committee proposed to the various member countries that spending on the games be reduced. Although a detailed proposal has not yet been made public, it would likely include shortening the ... (full story)