17.02.2026 11:42
At the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, 10,000 condoms distributed ran out in three days; organizers announced that a new shipment would be made but did not share a date.
The distribution of 10,000 free condoms for athletes at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics ran out within three days, becoming a hot topic. The organizing committee announced that a new shipment is planned following the stock shortage.
RAN OUT IN 3 DAYS
An athlete speaking to NBC News reacted to the situation by saying, "The condoms ran out in three days. They said a new shipment is coming, but who knows when." It was reported that the demand was higher than expected at the Winter Games, which includes approximately 3,000 athletes.
The organizers stated that the stocks would be replenished shortly. However, no specific date was shared regarding when the new distribution would begin.
CLAIM OF LOW SUPPLY
Since the 1988 Seoul Olympics, the distribution of free condoms has been a standard practice to promote safe sex and raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections, particularly HIV.
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, approximately 300,000 condoms were distributed, averaging about two condoms per participant per day. In Milano-Cortina 2026, the low supply of 10,000 is considered to have led to an early stock crisis.