Hockey coach admits using a false COVID-19 vaccine certificate to enter China for Olympics - AP News
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A hockey coach admitted to using a false COVID-19 vaccine certificate to enter China for the Olympics.
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A hockey coach admitted to using a false COVID-19 vaccine certificate to gain entry into China for the Olympics. This action allowed the individual to circumvent China's strict pandemic entry protocols, which required proof of vaccination for participants. The admission highlights the challenges and potential breaches in health security measures implemented for major international events. Such an act could lead to disciplinary action against the coach and potentially impact the integrity of health screenings at future global competitions.
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