Just a week after the Winter Olympics kicked off, it has been reported by an athlete that the free condoms distributed at the Olympic Village in Cortina were completely exhausted within just three days. This story, covered by the Italian newspaper La Stampa, notes that thousands of condoms branded with the Olympic logo were intended to promote safe sex among athletes. With approximately 2,900 athletes participating in the Winter Games, which last until February 22, those competing in mountain events often find themselves based in Cortina.

The practice of providing free condoms at Olympic Villages has become a common occurrence in both Summer and Winter Olympics over the years. It first started in 1988 during the Summer Games in Seoul, and since then has been a part of the Olympic experience to encourage health and safety among athletes. The distribution of condoms serves not only as a practical provision but also as a way to promote awareness around safe sexual practices in a high-pressure environment where athletes may engage in personal relationships.

There is currently no confirmation on whether additional supplies of condoms will be distributed to the athletes after the initial rollout was depleted. As such, the media attention to this situation highlights the ongoing conversations about the personal lives of athletes during such significant competitions.