That's according to one prominent IOC member.
A leading member of the International Olympic Committee thinks athletes should be given priority access to a coronavirus vaccine to make sure this summer's Tokyo Games can go ahead.
It's understood the British Olympic Association's already in talks with the government - but they're not asking for the jab ahead of the elderly or vulnerable.
Dick Pound is a key figure at the I-O-C.
There Are Very Strict Rules When It Comes To International Sport - Tanaiste
Republic of Ireland face Israel twice in the next few weeks.
Westmeath SFC: Great To Win At The Weekend - John Heslin
John Heslin will be hoping to add another county medal to his cabinet this year.
2027 Irish Open To Take Place Next July
Shane Lowry will be defending his crown.
Offaly’s First All-Ireland Winning Hurling Manager Andy Gallagher Dies Aged 89
The Tullamore man led the Faithful to Liam McCarthy Cup success in 1981.
Laois SFC: Killeshin Deliver Knockout Blow To Portlaoise
The semi-finals take place on Sunday September 27th.
Westmeath SFC: Moate All Whites Turn Attention To County "Standard Bearers"
Val Daly's players managed to overcome Athlone in Mullingar on Saturday evening.
Town Continue Rich Vein Of Form With Creditable Students Draw
Sean O'Connor's side remain unbeaten in their last four outings.
Offaly SFC: Shamrocks And Tullamore Secure Semi-Final Spots
Ferbane and Rhode lie in wait for the weekend's winners.
John Heslin Aiming To Feature For Westmeath Next Season
The St Loman's Mullingar man came out of retirement earlier this year.
Westmeath SFC: St Loman's Mullingar And Moate All Whites Progress
The two sides secured their places in the semi-finals.
Athlone Town Move Closer To Women's Premier Division Title
Lily Agg's side secured a big win away to Treaty United.
Alex Dunne Keeps F2 Title Hopes Alive With Spanish GP Podium
The Offaly man enjoyed a positive weekend in Spain.
I've Great People Around Me - Shane Lowry
Shane Lowry won his second Irish Open yesterday.
Trump To Lift US Tariff On Irish Whiskey After Talks With Shane Lowry
The current 10% tariff is set to be lifted only in Ireland.
Lowry Breaks Title Drought With Magnificent Irish Open Victory
The 2019 Open Champion dominated the field at Doonbeg.
Shane Lowry Leading The Way At The Irish Open
The Offaly man has enjoyed an impressive start to the tournament.
Alex Dunne Secures Front Row Start For F2 Feature Race In Madrid
Dunne is currently fourth in the standings.
Offaly SFC: Semi-Final Spots Up For Grabs
Shamrocks, Clara, Ballycommon and Tullamore are all battling for wins this weekend.
Former Golf Coach Stunned With Stuart Grehan Not Competing At Irish Open
The Tullamore man has enjoyed a successful 2026.
Treaty United The Next Test For Athlone Town
Lily Agg's side are pushing to win the Women's Premier Division title.
