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Paris 2024 Olympics Introduces 'Anti-Sex' Beds Despite Record 300,000 Condoms Order

Despite efforts to deter reckless sex at the Olympics, the numbers hint at a sexually charged atmosphere, challenging the purported effectiveness of the unconventional bedding strategy. 

19th May 2024


Organizers of the Paris 2024 Olympics have unveiled twin-sized "anti-sex" beds to discourage intimacy among athletes during the Games.

 

These beds, manufactured by Airweave, are designed to make it challenging for two people to comfortably share, aiming to deter sexual activities.

 

Sustainability Goals

 

The decision to introduce these beds aligns with the Paris 2024 organizing committee's sustainability objectives, as both the mattresses and cardboard frames are 100% recyclable.

 

Georgina Grenon, director of environmental excellence for the organizing committee, hopes these efforts will demonstrate alternative ways to reduce environmental impact.

 

Past Incidents

 

Media reports have frequently highlighted instances of athletes engaging in sexual activities during past Olympics, including anecdotes from the 1992 Barcelona and 2012 London Games.


During the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, table tennis player Matthew Syed famously recounted his experiences, highlighting that he had more intimate encounters during those two and a half weeks than at any other time in his life. 


This revelation shed light on the social dynamics within the Olympic Village, where athletes from diverse backgrounds come together in an intense, high-pressure environment.

 

Similarly, an anonymous athlete shared a scandalous anecdote from the 2012 London Games, admitting to participating in a foursome at the Olympic Village. Such incidents often garner media attention and fuel speculation about the private lives of athletes amidst the backdrop of global sporting events.


Tokyo's Legacy in Paris

 

The saga of the "anti-sex beds" from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics continues to cast a shadow over the upcoming 2024 Paris Games, as rumors swirl about their reappearance to deter athletes from amorous activities.

 

In Tokyo, athletes slept on twin-sized beds supported by cardboard frames, a design choice purportedly aimed at sustainability rather than suppressing intimacy. 


However, an unfounded rumor, sparked by an Argentinian news outlet, suggested that the beds were deliberately flimsy to prevent physical interaction and curb the spread of COVID-19.

 

Despite the debunking of these rumors, interest in the beds persisted, with speculations running rampant.  Organizers clarified that the beds were indeed sturdy, capable of supporting up to 441 pounds. Irish gymnast Rhys McClenaghan even took to social media, posting a video of himself jumping on one of the beds to dispel the myth of their fragility.