Chen smashes record with 'shocked' rival Hanyu in trouble in Beijing

Nathan Chen smashed a world record held by fierce rival Yuzuru Hanyu as the two-time champion

Unvaccinated snowboarder ready for Olympics after quarantine

Unvaccinated Swiss snowboarder Patrizia Kummer says had "no problem" after Beijing Olympics debut

US-born Gu wins thrilling gold for China as Hanyu makes Beijing bow

Californian-born teenage freestyle skier Eileen Gu won gold for China on her Olympic debut

US skier O'Brien has surgery after nasty Beijing Olympic crash

American skier Nina O’Brien has undergone successful initial surgery after breaking her left leg

EXPLAINER: How China got blue skies in time for Olympics

The effects of air pollution can be visceral and include irritated eyes and difficulty breathing.

China's Gu strikes freeski Big Air gold at Beijing Olympics

Home favourite Eileen Gu won a spectacular gold for China at the Beijing Olympics Tuesday as she won

Shiffrin desperate to rebound in Beijing Olympic slalom

US star Mikaela Shiffrin will be keen to put the disappointment of skiing out of the giant slalom

Shiffrin's fall in Olympic giant slalom will stick with her

Shiffrin's fall in Olympic giant slalom will stick with her

Daredevil Ruud holds his nerve to lead Big Air qualifiers

Norwegian freestyle ski daredevil Birk Ruud held nerve to land his third jump after a previous crash

Cancer survivor Parrot soars to Olympic snowboard gold

Three years ago Max Parrot was in hospital fighting cancer on Monday he won men’s snowboard gold

Teenage figure skater first woman to land quad jump at Olympics

Russian Kamila Valieva made figure skating history becoming the first woman to land a quadruple jump

'Oh my god!' Relieved Eileen Gu makes Beijing final on Olympic debut

Californian-born Chinese freestyle skier Eileen Gu, one of the faces of the Beijing Winter Olympics

'Ice Prince' Hanyu vs Quad King in Olympics figure skating clash

Clash between Nathan Chen of the United States and Japan's Yuzuru Hanyu in the men's Olympic

Olympic diplomacy blitz nets Argentina for China's Belt and Road

China welcome Argentina to global Belt and Road Initiative on the sidelines of the Winter Olympics

'It's all love' at Beijing Olympics between Chinese, US curlers

A Chinese curling duo's unexpected gift to victorious USA opponents at the Beijing Winter Olympics

FM Qureshi thanks Chinese counterpart for China's firm support to Pakistan

Foreign Minister thanked his counterpart for China's firm support to Pakistan's sovereignty.

Olympic luge queen crashes again on unlucky 13th curve

Reigning Olympic women's luge champion Natalie Geisenberger crashed in training at the Winter Games

New Zealand win historic first Winter Olympics gold

Zoi Sadowski gave New Zealand first gold medal after winning the women snowboard slopestyle final

Beijing Olympic men's downhill delayed by high winds

he Beijing Olympics men's downhill signature events delayed by at least an hour due to strong winds

Norway's Therese Johaug wins first gold of Beijing Winter Olympics

Norway's Therese Johaug wins first gold of Beijing Winter Olympics

Shiffrin admits no Beijing medal would be 'disappointing'

Shiffrin admits no Beijing medal would be 'disappointing'

American Samoa Olympian goes topless at freezing Beijing opening

American Samoa Olympian goes topless at freezing Beijing opening

PM invites Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan's SEZs

PM invites Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan's SEZs

PM attends opening ceremony of 24th Winter Olympics Games

PM attends opening ceremony of 24th Winter Olympics Games

The Latest: No detail overlooked at Beijing opening ceremony

The Latest: No detail overlooked at Beijing opening ceremony

Ahead of Beijing Games, is China really 'a winter sport country'?

Ahead of Beijing Games, is China really 'a winter sport country'?

'Formula One on ice': luge brings hair-raising speeds to the Olympics

luge kicks off the sliding events at the Beijing Olympics with speeds of more than 130 kilometres

Russia's Putin arrives in Beijing for Winter Olympics

Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Friday afternoon for the opening of the 2022 Winter Olympics

Irish racer starts from scratch to fulfill Olympic dream

When Elsa Desmond decided to quit the Great Britain team to race for Ireland and pursue her dream

An armchair guide to the Beijing Olympics’ peak moments

The Winter Olympic competition stretches over 18 days, offering the athletes to showcase talents

Belgian Olympian 'safe' after tearful plea from Covid isolation

Skeleton racer Kim Meylemans said Thursday she was "safe" and back in the Beijing Olympic Village

Bach says Olympics will make China a winter sports country

Thomas Bach said Thursday that the Beijing Games would "change the scale of winter sports forever"

Pak-China relations higher than Himalayas, deeper than oceans: Fawad

More Chinese businessmen will come and shift their industries to Pakistan: Fawad

Shiffrin talks about watching Biles deal with Olympic stress

Shiffrin talks about watching Biles deal with Olympic stress

PM leaves for China tomorrow to attend opening ceremony of Winter Olympic Games

Imran Khan, at special invitation of the Chinese leadership, will leave for China on a 4 day visit

Pak contingent leaves for China to take part in Beijing Winter Olympics: POA

A five member Pakistan contingent left on Tuesday for China to feature in Beijing Olympics

Sports set to start at Beijing Olympics but controversies weigh heavy

The sporting action gets under way at the Beijing Winter Olympics on Wednesday

Low-key Beijing 2022 Olympic torch relay kicks off

The Winter Olympics torch relay kicked off in Beijing as China gears up to host the global sports

Beijing Olympics venues could be 50 percent full, official says

Olympics official said Tuesday that venues at the Beijing Winter Games could be up to 50% full

China says 'politicising sports' hurts Olympic spirit as Biden mulls boycott

China says 'politicising sports' hurts Olympic spirit as Biden mulls boycott

Tokyo bids colourful farewell to 'historic, fantastic' Paralympics

Tokyo bids colourful farewell to 'historic, fantastic' Paralympics

Army chief appreciates Pak athletes’ efforts at Tokyo Olympics

COAS assures athletes of Pakistan Army’s complete support in their future endeavours

Afghan Paralympians in tears as triathlon thriller lights up Super Sunday

Khudadadi will compete in the women's -49kg K44 taekwondo on Thursday.

Tokyo Paralympics open after year's virus delay

Tokyo Paralympics open after year's virus delay

A guide to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

The first Paralympic Games took place in 1960 in Rome

Organisers bar spectators from Tokyo Paralympics over virus

Organisers bar spectators from Tokyo Paralympics over virus

WAPDA honours athletes Arshad, Talha with cash awards worth Rs 2.5 million each

WAPDA honours athletes Arshad, Talha with cash awards worth Rs 2.5 million each

President gives Rs1 million cash rewards to Arshad Nadeem, Talha Talib

President gives Rs1 million cash rewards to Arshad Nadeem, Talha Talib

No backdown on four-week quarantine for Aussie Olympic athletes

"We feel for these athletes, but every person coming in from Sydney is required to do 14 days."

Paralympic flame ceremonies begin as virus surges in Japan

"But because of the state of emergency, we decided not to do the relay on public roads."

Australian Olympic athletes face 'cruel' 28 days' quarantine

"They are being punished for proudly representing their country with distinction at Olympic Games."

Indian wrestler Phogat suspended for Olympics misconduct

"She refused to stay with the rest of the women wrestlers due to Covid fears."

ICC to push for cricket's inclusion in Olympics

The sport will feature in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games next year.

Pakistan Embassy in Tokyo hosts Javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem

He thanked entire nation for their prayers and said that he is determined to fight for the top spot.

Tokyo counts cost of $15 billion pandemic Olympics 'gamble'

"This gamble went ahead, making the situation worse."

Tokyo Olympics declared closed by IOC president

Tokyo Olympics declared closed by IOC president

All-conquering US win seventh straight women's Olympic basketball title

They had won eight out of the past nine Olympic titles heading into the final.

Britain's Jason Kenny makes Olympic history with keirin gold

Kenny put on a spectacular performance in the final

Jessica Springsteen wins Olympic equestrian team silver with US

Jessica Springsteen wins Olympic equestrian team silver with US

Politicians, social media users shower praise on Arshad Nadeem

Pakistan’s star athlete Arshad Nadeem has missed out on a medal but won the nation

Dominant China wrap up Olympic diving competition with 7th gold

China underlined its dominance in the Olympic diving pool on Saturday

Tokyo Olympics Javelin Throw final: Arshad Nadeem misses out on medal

His final attempt of the round and competition was a foul as he finished fifth.

Canada beat Sweden on penalties to win Olympic women's football gold

Canada beat Sweden on penalties to win Olympic women's football gold

Slovenia's Garnbret wins inaugural women's climbing gold

Slovenia's Garnbret wins inaugural women's climbing gold

Shaunae Miller-Uibo of Bahamas wins Olympic women's 400m gold

Shaunae Miller-Uibo of Bahamas wins Olympic women's 400m gold

Laura Kenny wins fifth Olympic gold medal to join British greats

Laura Kenny wins fifth Olympic gold medal to join British greats

Cuban shooting-victim boxer adds second Olympic gold to go with bullet

Cuban shooting-victim boxer adds second Olympic gold to go with bullet

Long walk finally over for Spain's eight-time Olympian

Long walk finally over for Spain's eight-time Olympian

Belgium win hockey gold after shootout victory over Australia

Belgium win hockey gold after shootout victory over Australia

Wrestling-Trailblazer Mensah-Stock wants new role after winning gold

Wrestling-Trailblazer Mensah Stock wants new role after winning gold

Pakistan cricketers express best wishes for 'javelin hero' Arshad Nadeem

Arshad Nadeem performed up to expectations to keep Pakistan’s medal hopes alive at Tokyo Olympics

Cuba master Britain again for Tokyo boxing gold

Cuba master Britain again for Tokyo boxing gold

Korda in contention as heat takes toll at Olympics women's golf

Korda in contention as heat takes toll at Olympics women's golf

Sumo scare? Riders say horses might be spooked by statue

Sumo scare? Riders say horses might be spooked by statue

Brazil down Mexico on penalties to reach Olympic men's football final

Brazil down Mexico on penalties to reach Olympic men's football final

Tired Olympian Nishikori wins ATP Washington opener

Nishikori became the first man to reach three consecutive Olympic quarter-finals

Lyles leads impressive US trio into 200 metres Olympic semis

Lyles leads impressive US trio into 200 metres Olympic semis

Transgender Olympian Hubbard hailed as debate rages

Transgender Olympian Hubbard hailed as debate rages

USA stun Mexico in extra time to win Gold Cup final

USA stun Mexico in extra time to win Gold Cup final

Italy's Jacobs wins first post-Bolt Olympic 100m gold

Italy Jacobs wins first post Bolt Olympic 100m gold

Zverev follows up win over Djokovic with Olympic gold

The fifth-ranked German earned Olympic gold in style.

Belarusian sprinter says she was taken to airport but will not return home

Krystsina Tsimanouskaya, who was due to compete in the women's 200 metres on Monday

Childhood friends win historic Olympic badminton gold for Taiwan

Childhood friends win historic Olympic badminton gold for Taiwan

Switzerland's Bencic beats Vondrousova to win Olympic tennis title

Switzerland's Bencic beats Vondrousova to win Olympic tennis title

Britain smash world record to win inaugural Olympic mixed 4x100m relay gold

The Chinese were second in 3:38.86 and Australia third in 3:38.95

Dressel shatters world record to win Olympic 100m butterfly gold medal

The two-time world champion touched in 49.45 seconds to better his own world best 49.50

Pakistani swimmer Bisma Khan drops out of Tokyo Olympics

Bisma finished 7th out of eight athletes in Heat 5

Success finally sinks in for Britain's Dean

Success finally sinks in for Britain's Dean

Zverev ends Djokovic's Golden Slam hopes with comeback win at Olympics

The 34-year-old Djokovic has never won the Olympic singles title.

New Zealand's Daniell, Venus win tennis doubles bronze

Daniell and Venus won 7-6 (7/3), 6-2 to continue an excellent Tokyo Games for New Zealand.

'Small but proud': San Marino shooter makes Olympic history in Tokyo

'Small but proud': San Marino shooter makes Olympic history in Tokyo

China can be world's best in rowing, says British great Redgrave

China can be world's best in rowing, says British great Redgrave

Top seed Chen beats Chinese team-mate to win Tokyo table tennis gold

Top seed Chen beats Chinese team-mate to win Tokyo table tennis gold

Djokovic cruises past Nishikori and into Olympic semis

Djokovic cruises past Nishikori and into Olympic semis

Olympic organisers defend coronavirus measures as cases rise

"Of 310,000 screeening tests, the rate of positivity is 0.02 percent."

Australia track and field athletes isolating in Covid scare: official

"Members of Australia's track & field team at Olympic Games are isolating in their rooms."

Japan crowns new 'King' as Hashimoto wins all-around

Japan crowns new 'King' as Hashimoto wins all-around

Djokovic rolls at Olympics as Medvedev suffers in extreme heat

Djokovic rolls at Olympics as Medvedev suffers in extreme heat

Heatstroke victim Badosa leaves court in wheelchair at Olympics

"I heard maybe from tomorrow they're going to change it, but let's see."

China win hat-trick of Tokyo Olympics diving golds

Four more diving golds are still up for grabs in the Japanese capital.

Murray, Salisbury eliminated in Olympics doubles quarter-finals

Murray pulled out of the singles in Tokyo due to a muscle strain.

Britain win men's Olympic 4x200m freestyle relay gold

It meant they went one better than at Rio in 2016, when they came second.

Second time lucky as Dutch rider Van Vleuten strikes time trial gold

Switzerland's Marlen Reusser took silver in 31:09 while Anna van der Breggen claimed bronze in 31:15

Dressel outpaces Chalmers in 100m free heats in gold medal quest

Dressel outpaces Chalmers in 100m free heats in gold medal quest

Russian women win Olympics gymnastics team final after Biles exit

Russian women win Olympics gymnastics team final after Biles exit

Moroccan boxer tries to bite opponent in Tokyo Olympics defeat

Moroccan boxer tries to bite opponent in Tokyo Olympics defeat

US teen dethrones King to claim 'insane' Olympic breaststroke gold

"It was crazy. I was definitely racing for a medal. I knew that I had it in me."

Japan tennis star Osaka crashes out of Tokyo Olympics

She made a dreadful start by dropping serve in the opening game.

Tropical storm nears Japan, disrupting Tokyo Olympics

"Games in Miyagi and Ibaraki will be held as scheduled."

Argentine fencer accepts marriage proposal in front of TV cameras

Argentine fencer accepts marriage proposal in front of TV cameras

US women carry hopes in Olympic surfing after Andino defeat

"Unfortunately I couldn't carry the momentum forward, but I tried my best and that's all I can do."

Olympic fencing champ says Hong Kong 'insane' after first gold for 25 years

"To be honest, I'm not that calm, I don't know what I can do."

Weightlifter Diaz wins first ever Olympic gold for Philippines

Weightlifter Diaz wins first ever Olympic gold for Philippines

Djokovic aces Struff test to reach last 16 at Olympics

Djokovic hammered 14 aces and made just four unforced errors

Bigger than Neymar? Brazilian surfer Medina eyes golden future

Medina became the first Brazilian to win the world title in 2014

Britain's Peaty wins 100m breaststroke gold to defend Olympic title

The 26-year-old powered to the line in 57.37sec

Dressel-led United States win men's Olympic 4x100m relay gold

Dressel gave them a powerful start with a 47.26 opening leg

Japan's Osaka sweeps into third round at Olympics

It definitely would mean a lot for me to win gold here: Osaka

Talha Talib becomes national hero due to performance in Tokyo Olympics

Young weightlifter got fifth position in 67kg category with an overall impressive lifting of 320KG

Nishikori upsets fifth seed Rublev on home soil

Nishikori upsets fifth seed Rublev on home soil

Austrian Kiesenhofer trumps Dutch for Olympic road race gold

The 30-year-old national time trial champion held her nerve after a long breakaway

Suarez Navarro earns first win since cancer recovery at Olympics

She lost in the first round at both Roland Garros and Wimbledon

World No.1 Barty suffers shock defeat in first round of Olympics

I'm disappointed I wasn't able to get through today: Barty

China 'Dream Team' win first diving gold of Tokyo Games

China underlined their vast supremacy in diving by winning seven of eight golds in Rio

Australia smash world record to win women's 4x100m relay Olympic gold

Canada came second and the United States third.

Defending champion Murray out of Olympics singles with injury

Murray, 34, will stay in Tokyo to play doubles with Joe Salisbury

Medvedev calls for later starts as tennis stars toil in Tokyo heat

"My first goal is to try and win every match here."

Papuan flag-bearer Dika creates Olympic weightlifting history

"Your dream is to go to one Olympics, and maybe a second one."

Boxing fights for reputation at Tokyo Games after Rio controversies

He hopes that these Games "will be a turning point for the sport".

Badminton's comeback king Momota ready for Olympic debut

"If I'm competing in it, I might as well go for gold."

Golden Slam-chasing Djokovic, Osaka top Olympic tennis bill

Williams, Nadal and Andre Agassi have claimed career Golden Slams.

Czech volleyball player tests positive in Olympic Village

"He has absolutely no symptoms. We are dealing with all the details."

Team USA rallies to beat Spain in final tune-up before Olympics

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio scored a game-high 23 points for Spain.

For Iraq's Olympians, the Tokyo dream is just taking part

Rower Mohammed Ryadh, 27, will take part in the men’s single sculls for the second Games in a row.

First athletes positive for Covid-19 in Tokyo Olympic Village

A daily tally of new cases revealed two athletes tested positive in the Village and one elsewhere

First coronavirus case hits Tokyo Olympics Village

"Right now this person is confined to a hotel."

Ugandan Olympic athlete goes missing in Japan: officials

Ugandan Olympic athlete goes missing in Japan: officials

Australia's Cambage quits Olympics over mental health fears

"I've been really worried about heading into a 'bubble' Olympics."

Little fanfare as Tokyo enters Olympic countdown

International Olympic Committee chief Thomas Bach insisted that anti-virus rules 'are working'.

Athlete tests positive as Tokyo Olympics opening nears

They gave no further details on the identity of the six people.

Virus cluster at Japan hotel hosting Brazilian Olympians

Several areas around the capital are under looser virus restrictions.

China table tennis boss says Olympic Covid rules 'extremely difficult'

"If you can't beat us, so be it. Why look for so many reasons including the pandemic?"

A greener Games? Tokyo 2020's environmental impact

Organisers have set a target of reusing or recycling 65 percent of waste generated during the event.

Durant gets US back on track in Argentina blowout

Bam Adebayo also impressed with 12 points from 18min 19sec on court.

Chinese athletes complain about lax virus measures at Olympics hotel

"We are consulting with the Organizing Committee on this issue."

Tokyo's taxi drivers face fan-free Olympics

"But at the same time I hear reports of side effects, so I have mixed feelings."

Not just Covid: earthquakes, typhoons pose threat at Tokyo Olympics

"Taking action in a panic may lead to danger."

Japan's Hokkaido region bans fans at Olympic football matches

"All events to be held in Sapporo will take place with no spectators."

'Strange atmosphere': Disappointed athletes brace for crowd-free Tokyo Games

"The thought of playing in front of empty stadiums just doesn’t sit right with me."

Olympic flame arrives in Tokyo for no-spectator relay

"It has been transmitted as a way of hope."

Post about Sha'Carri Richardson's Olympic replacement stems from parody news site

The meme presents a heavily edited photo of Prandini misidentifying her as Rebecca Washington.

Japan to announce virus emergency throughout Olympics

"The number of new cases continues to rise in Tokyo."

Tokyo scraps Olympic torch relay legs in capital

"But to do a formal ceremony online feels a bit unsatisfying."

VIPs allowed at Tokyo 2020 opening ceremony, but no fans: report

"They'd like the number of people attending to be reduced to the hundreds."

Mills, Ingles headline Boomers Olympic squad eyeing gold

"I'm really excited, we've got some nice youth coming into the team, and a good balance."

Samoa to send overseas-based athletes to Tokyo despite government ban

"Samoa will, however, be represented by our other athletes who are based overseas."

Breastfeeding athletes can bring children to Tokyo: organisers

"I am sure all moms understand this exact feeling."

'Silent assassin' Park relishes second shot at Olympic golf glory

"Olympic champions have a special spot in South Koreans’ hearts."

Spurs star Son left out of S.Korea Olympic football squad

"I only focused on finding those who were most competitive."

Olympic champion Hanyu to return to Grand Prix in Tokyo

"Honestly, I don't have any problems with my asthma."

No public for Olympic torch relay in parts of host Tokyo

With just weeks until the Games open, the pandemic continues to cast a long shadow.

McLaughlin smashes 400m hurdles world record at US trials

Anna Cockrell claimed the third qualifying spot in 53.70sec.

Biles wins women's all-around, named to US Olympic team

Biles entered Sunday's second day with a solid three-point lead on the rest of the field.

Australian table tennis veteran Jian, 48, to play in sixth Olympics

"I hope this will inspire more girls to play table tennis."

From a great height: Tokyo sky decks offer fresh perspective

"Given tower was finished in 1950s, I'm curious how it feels about witnessing its second Olympics."

Fraser-Pryce wins 100m at Jamaica Olympic trials

It was Fraser-Pryce’s fourth 100m national title and sixth overall.

Dearing breaks a barrier as Britain's first female Black swimmer

The 24-year-old earned her ticket to Tokyo after she finished fourth of 47 in a qualifying event

Japan PM insists emperor not 'worried' about Olympics

While the emperor holds no political power, he is an important symbolic figure in Japan.

Two-time Olympic tennis champion Murray selected for Tokyo

Murray will also play in the men's doubles in Tokyo.

Tokyo 2020's turbulent Olympic timeline

The following year a new "snake-eye" logo for the Games is unveiled.

Osaka, Dressel, Bromell: stars to watch at Tokyo Olympics

"I feel with confidence sometimes comes complacency."

Up to 10,000 fans allowed at Tokyo Olympics events: organisers

Tokyo was under a coronavirus state of emergency until Sunday.

India protest 'unfair' Tokyo Olympic rules for Covid-hit nations

Despite its huge population, India won just two medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Tokyo-bound Bromell romps to 100m victory at US trials

Ronnie Baker was second in 9.85sec with Fred Kerley third in 9.86sec.

Closed-door Games? Tokyo 2020 to decide on allowing fans

They fear crowds of fans could fuel a new surge in infections in the country.

Uganda Olympic team member tests positive on arrival in Japan

Fans from abroad are already banned from attending the postponed event.

Mission accomplished: Dressel, Ledecky get the job done with wins at US trials

Dressel clocked the world record of 49.50 at the 2019 World Championships

Pakistan javelin-thrower sharpens hopes of rare Olympic medal

Pakistan javelin-thrower sharpens hopes of rare Olympic medal

Dressel leads way into 100m free final at US Olympic swimming trials

Dressel leads way into 100m free final at US Olympic swimming trials

Japan to lift virus emergency one month before Olympics

Japan to lift virus emergency one month before Olympics

Japan to set 10,000-spectator cap ahead of Olympics

Japan to set 10,000-spectator cap ahead of Olympics

Australia's McKeown smashes women's 100m backstroke world record

Australia won ten medals in the pool at the 2016 Games in Rio

Swimming Australia to investigate misogyny claims after Groves complaint

Swimming Australia to investigate misogyny claims after Groves complaint

Australia set for Olympic swim trials as 'perverts' row makes waves

Australia set for Olympic swim trials as 'perverts' row makes waves

Foreign reporters to be tracked by GPS at Tokyo Olympics

Foreign reporters to be tracked by GPS at Tokyo Olympics

Aussie Olympic marathoners prove age doesn't matter

Aussie Olympic marathoners prove age doesn't matter

Farah fails to make Olympic 10k qualifying time

The 38-year-old finished eighth, behind fellow Briton Marc Scott, in the European Cup

Japan Olympic Committee board member blasts Tokyo Games organisers

Japan Olympic Committee board member blasts Tokyo Games organisers

Aussie softball team first to arrive in Japan for Olympics

The arrival offered a taste of the strict biosecurity measures that the Games will entail.

'No change' on Olympics, Japan says after US virus travel warning

The US State Department advisory urged citizens to avoid travel to Japan.

Games will go ahead even under state of emergency: IOC official

With just nine weeks until the Games get underway, the IOC sought to calm fears in Japan

Japanese towns drop plans to host Olympic athletes: Nikkei

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games were postponed last year and are scheduled to take place from July 23

Japan's Nishikori adds voice to Olympic concerns

The 2020 Olympics were postponed by a year due to the pandemic