ABSTRACT

Background: While the whole world is struggling with COVID-19, the world of sports is also struggling with an unprecedented situation. The postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games by the International Olympic Committee and the cancellation or postponement of all competitions and sports activities in Turkey adversely affected the success of the athletes who will take part in these organizations, both psychologically and physically.

Aims: In the study, the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic process on five female wrestlers in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were investigated.

Method: In the study conducted with the athletes in the Olympic team, the phenomenology design was used. The study group of the research consists of 5 female wrestlers in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic team.

Results: As a result of the research, it is seen that the negative effects of the process are seen in general, and the training obstacle in particular hinders their work. The fact that they lost their form due to the restriction of training and quarantine due to catching Covid-19 is among the research findings that negatively affect the preparation processes for the Olympic competitions.

Conclusion: Athletes can be provided with additional psychological support through the clubs they are affiliated with. Various trainings/camps, etc., are organized in order for the athletes to regain their lost physical performance during the said period. can be planned. Various motivational activities can be organized in order to eliminate the negative effects of the pandemic process.