Because of the COVID 19 outbreak, sporting events are being cancelled and the athletes are not being able to train properly. Even if this situation comes under control within the next 2-3 months, it will be tough for many of the athletes to get back to their regular routine. It is going to be an irreversible damage, which may take a few years to reverse completely.
Regardless of when the situation become clear, players and athletes have to keep their fitness level up to date. Although they may not be able to go out and play freely but they would be exercising and keeping their fitness level while remaining in lockdown in their homes. Athletes should not remain idle and lose their form & fitness.
I definitely don't think that athletes that are supposed to be in the Olympics this year will lose their form.
I would say that 90% of athletes in the Olympics are elite level and just because of the Covid-19 pandemic and the cancelation of the game will bring harm to their abilities. They will try to keep fit and focus whatever they can. Maybe doing some exercises in their home gym or other stuff that will keep them busy and stay sharp during this time. Yes, it's tough for them, actually everyone is suffering, but I'm sure they will adapt just like the rest of us. Even doing body weight exercises will keep them sharp and not lose those muscles.
@TravelMug I’ll totally agree with you as these athletes are given special diet, and tailor made workout programs to do from home to help them remain fit. Furthermore they already have been training so hard for this event, so it’ll be a welcome break for them and they’ll be able to rejuvenate and work harder once training resumes.
Sources:
https://specialolympicspa.org/covid-19-protocols
https://www.olympicchannel.com/en/stories/news/detail/sport-share-home-workouts-coronavirus/