Tokyo Games marked by weightlifting firsts, but recent scandals cloud outlook
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Weightlifting: Tokyo 2020 marked by firsts, but recent scandals cloud outlook
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Unlimited flights, a new condo: Here are some of the perks Olympic medalists have received
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In addition to bringing home medals, these Tokyo 2020 athletes have been promised a range of rewards, from free subway rides to a lifetime supply of pizza.
Subway rides: Hong Kong’s Edgar Cheung, who won gold in men’s individual foil, will never need to pay for another train ride again. MTR Corporation has vowed to give him free rides for life, according to CNN.
A position as an ambassador: Thailand’s Panipak Wongpattanakit, who won gold in women’s taekwondo in the 49-kilogram (108 pounds) category, was recently appointed as a sport and tourism ambassador, the Bangkok Post reported.