ChainCatcher news, according to livedoor, due to suspected gambling through overseas online casino websites, the Chiba Prefectural Police in Japan transferred 30-year-old table tennis player Takaki Niwa, the bronze medalist in the men's team event at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, to the prosecution on the 29th. It is believed that during a voluntary questioning, he admitted to the relevant charges, stating that he placed bets on the outcomes of sports competitions.In an interview with Kyodo News, Niwa said, "I didn't know this was illegal, and I feel very regretful. I'm sorry to my fans."According to investigators, the Japanese police have attached a request for strict handling of the case. The charges state that in early summer 2023, Niwa accessed an online casino website through a domestic internet connection and used cryptocurrency for gambling.While the Japanese police were cracking down on online casino payment agents, they discovered users nationwide, which led to the exposure of Niwa's involvement.Niwa participated in the 2012 London Olympics at the age of 17 and won a silver medal in the men's team event at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. In the fall of 2022, he announced his retirement but continued to engage in athlete activities within Japan.