Research on the risk of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games and the countermeasures of the preparatory work transition under the influence of COVID-19

ABSTRACT

As the most influential sports event in the world, there will be many athletes and spectators from all over the world during the Olympic Games. However, the continuing severe global COVID-19 situation has a significant impact on the smooth hosting of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics Games (hereinafter referred to as the 'Beijing Winter Olympics'). Based on above, this paper analyzed the impact of the global COVID-19 and expounded the six risks of Beijing Winter Olympic Games. Finally, it provided corresponding suggestions and countermeasures of the preparatory work transition for the change of running mode. It is expected to provide theoretical reference and decision-making support for the Beijing Winter Olympic Games to prevent and control of the COVID-19 emergency risk. © 2021 IEEE.