Despite continued uncertainty revolving global pandemic, the Tokyo Olympics is being promoted as the light at the end of the tunnel.

Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, has spoke for the committee with nothing but optimism for Summer Olympics happening next summer in Tokyo.

However, 9 months after the postponing of the original Olympics, the aspect of uncertainty hasn’t really gone away like everyone had originally thought. U.S. cases continue to rise and parts of Europe are on lockdown.

Pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and Moderna have announced successful trials for the COVID-19 vaccine and expect distribution to be started next month. It is unknown know how many Olympians and potential fans will have access to the vaccine, though.

This article is important for fans of the Olympians and fans of the Olympics, because it could farther push back the start date of the Summer Olympics. Additionally, this is very important for all surrounding areas of Tokyo, because they don’t know when they can start generating large amount of money from the Olympics.