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Team GB archer Naomi Folkard says she will have to leave her five-month-old daughter at home to compete in Tokyo — despite Olympic organisers finally lifting their controversial baby ban.
Overseas visitors, including the children of athletes, were barred from attending the Games in March because of coronavirus concerns.
That led to a backlash from some Olympic mothers who said they were being forced to choose between competing and breastfeeding babies.
Team GB archer Naomi Folkard has told Sportsmail how Olympic rules have impacted her
Tokyo 2020 have now softened their stance, announcing: 'After careful consideration of the unique situation facing athletes with nursing children, we are pleased to confirm that, when necessary, nursing children