Boccia UK statement on postponement of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

Boccia UK welcomes the decision announced today to postpone the Tokyo Paralympic Games until 2021 and thanks the IOC, IPC and Organising Committee for making this announcement now.

The decision rightly prioritises the health and well-being of all athletes, staff and spectators and ends the uncertainty that has been stressful for our athletes, coaches and staff.

We have a robust plan in place that prioritises the physical and mental well-being of all our athletes and staff and this will continue whilst the country fights the COVID-19 virus.

We look forward to refocussing our efforts on making the country proud in 2021.