Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, swimming gold medallist Rebecca Adlington, 31, said, “it’s a shame” the athletes are on edge in the wake of the coronavirus, but insisted they are all still remaining positive and working hard behind-the-scenes.The scheduled Olympic games are due to take place in Tokyo, Japan from July 24 to August 9.She said: “I’ll be going out there, the flight is booked so far, I’m really looking forward to it, it’s a big year for the athletes.“My heart goes out to anyone affected by the coronavirus, it's one of those things you see more and more in the press.“It’s a shame for the athletes who have worked so far.Kym Marsh: Coronation Street star opens up about 'hard week'“At the end of the day you can’t help getting.
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