The Winter Olympics village at Milano Cortina has reportedly exhausted its supply of condoms despite distributing 10,000 freebies to athletes. The living quarters for Olympians during the Games are known for their steamy atmosphere, with numerous stories of amorous encounters surfacing over the years.
To address any potential issues, organizers have provided free contraceptives. However, while 200,000 condoms were given out at the Paris Summer Games in 2024, only 10,000 were allocated at the current event in Italy. With around 10,500 participants in Paris compared to just under 3,000 in Milano Cortina, the smaller number of condoms has proven insufficient.
An anonymous athlete revealed to Italian newspaper La Stampa that the supplies ran out in three days, expressing uncertainty about when more would be available. In addition to condoms, organizers have implemented so-called ‘anti-sex’ beds in an effort to minimize off-camera activities, although the reduced cardboard design does not seem to be deterring athletes.
Historically, condom shortages are not uncommon at the Olympics. Sydney 2000 had to order an additional 20,000 condoms after exhausting their initial 70,000 supply. Given the potential risk of an STI outbreak, athletes were reminded upon arrival in Milan to prioritize health through prevention and common sense.
Former Olympic champions have shed light on the village’s adult nature, with one emphasizing the prevalence of intimate encounters and the distribution of condoms as part of the Olympic culture. The ongoing Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, running from February 6-22, offers fans over 850 hours of live action on discovery+ via Prime Video.
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