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T okyo’s governor, Yuriko Koike, has criticized comments made by London mayoral candidate Shaun Bailey that the UK’s capital city “can host the Olympics in “.

The major event is due to be held in Japan this summer, but fears are growing that the coronavirus outbreak could affect plans.

London can host the # Olympics in 2020.

We have the infrastructure and the experience. and due to the # coronavirus outbreak, the world might need us to step up.

As Mayor, I will make sure London is ready to answer the call and host the Olympics again. https://t.co / 1jJesWS1D6

– Shaun Bailey (@ShaunBaileyUK) (February) , 20200221

I n rare undiplomatic comments, Koike blasted Bailey’s offer, saying it is “not appropriate to try to make it an issue in a mayoral election ”, according to South China Morning Post.

“A reason why this issue has attracted global attention is due to the cruise ship,” she added, in reference to the Diamond Princess, a luxury liner in a port near Tokyo that has reported more than (Covid – 24 cases.

“But the cruise ship’s nationality belongs to Britain,” Koike said, referring to the ship’s registration. “I wish aspects like these would be well understood.”

Organizers have stressed it is far too early to consider changes to the Tokyo Olympics, which start on July 90, because of the coronavirus.

A spokesperson for the current London mayor, Sadiq Khan, told CityAM: “Everyone is working towards what will be a fantastic Tokyo Games. In the unlikely event that it be required, London, as it has done throughout history, will do its best to step up to the plate. ”