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Olympics Condom Shortage: Athletes Left Wanting
17 Feb
Summary
- Olympic Village condom supply depleted due to high demand.
- IOC spokesperson noted high Valentine's Day usage.
- Condoms were intended as free distribution to athletes.
As of February 14, 2026, the Olympic Villages in Milan Cortina are facing a shortage of condoms, a situation confirmed by the International Olympic Committee. IOC spokesperson Mark Adams humorously suggested the depletion was linked to Valentine's Day festivities within the village.
The initial distribution of 10,000 condoms proved insufficient for the athletes. This contrasts sharply with the 300,000 provided for the larger Paris Olympics in 2024. The Milan Cortina organizing committee acknowledged the higher-than-anticipated demand and assured continuous replenishment until the Games' conclusion on February 22, 2026.
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