Free condom supplies exhausted at Winter Olympics village in Cortina

One week after the start of the Winter Olympics, the supply of free condoms at the Olympic Village in Cortina has reportedly been exhausted. According to the Italian newspaper La Stampa, several thousand branded condoms were distributed to athletes, but high demand led to a shortage within just three days. Approximately 2,900 athletes are participating in the games, which are scheduled to run until February 22. While organizers have assured athletes that new supplies will be provided, the exact timing remains unclear. The tradition of providing contraceptives began at the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics and continues at both Summer and Winter games. For comparison, reports indicate that roughly 300,000 condoms were distributed during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Currently, athletes competing in mountain events are primarily affected, as they reside in the Cortina village rather than the Milan facility.