Tuesday, 6 March 2012

Team GB given handshake guidance

The British Olympic Association has clarified its position on athletes shaking hands with rivals and dignitaries at the London Olympics.


The BOA is concerned about illness affecting the hosts' hopes of success.


Asked if handshakes should be avoided, BOA chief medical officer Ian McCurdie said: "I think, within reason, yes.


"The greatest threat to performance is illness and possibly injury. We are

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