The Japanese Olympic Committee is trying to improve mental support for athletes, an issue raised in recent years by some of the world's top athletes such as gymnast Simone Biles and tennis player Naomi Osaka.
One year until the opening of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The Games will be held every three years for the first time in history. Japan won a record 58 medals at the 2012 Games. The sport of sport climbing is also expected to play a role in next year's Games. In addition to traditional sports such as judo, wrestling and gymnastics, the Japan team is expected to win medals in skateboarding and sport climbing. For more information on the 2024 Olympics, go to: http://www.olympicgames.org/.
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