Guide To The Games

German cyclist Kristina Vogel has become an inspiration since becoming a paraplegic, while no country has risen through the cycling ranks quite like Great Britain.

With five new sports added in Tokyo, we take a look at the new events including baseball and skateboarding.”

Jade Jones looks to add more gold, as we take an in-depth look at taekwondo. Meanwhile, Aaron Cooke has done something few athletes ever have – represent two different countries.

Female athletes will have greater presence than ever, we look ahead to some of the women who could become superstars in 2021.

The sport of Sailing is a brutal affair but with qualification spots at a premium, it can be just as fierce on home waters.

In shooting, it only takes a millmetre to seperate triumph from tragedy. This week, we look at the intricacies of shooting, while also learning about some of Tokyo’s karate hopefuls.

Golf’s return in 2016 had its problems, but the event has greater support in 2021. Meanwhile, it seems table tennis will once again be dominated by China.

Tokyo is looking to serve up a slice of tennis history as all the big names prepare to descend on Ariake Tennis Park.

Although beach volleyball is largely seen as a happy and carefree sport, the on-court rivalries are intense. We take a look at the biggest differences between the two events.

Whether it's on the springboard or from the platform, individually or with a partner, everyone wants to make their mark without making a splash in the world of diving.

Fencing has a long and detailed history. We look at the different disciplines and who to watch in Tokyo.

We look at how Tokyo is preparing to host the Games, and some of the Japanese athletes looking for gold.

With some of the biggest names in women’s swimming set to compete in 2021, we look at the individual and medley events to see who has the edge.

Having debuted in Beijing, the BMX events have quickly become very popular. We take a look at the skills, thrills and spills that make up the exciting world of BMX riding.

The underwater battles of waterpolo, and the artistic swimmers who glide through the water are some of the best athletes in the world.

Judo experienced something of a revolution in 2016 with a new scoring system. We look at the history and rules of judo, and the expectations in 2021.

As Nino Schurter seeks to become mountain biking’s best ever, Jenny Rizzveds looks to defend the gold she won in 2016. All this and more as we take an in-depth look at mountain biking.

The thee-peat is incredibly rare - Teddy Riner, Dorian van Rijsselberghe, Jade Jones and Aliya Mustafina look to accomplish this incredible feat in Tokyo.

The next generation of superstars are looking to make a name for themselves in Tokyo. Dina Asher-Smith, Kylian Mbappé and Kanoa Igarashi are just some of the young guns hoping for gold.

Strength, speed, endurance and fearlessness are the hallmarks of the sport of canoe, and whether it’s in a canoe or kayak, in the slalom or sprint event, the competition is sure to excite.

As we take a look at women’s athletics, we wonder if anyone can tope the USA or Jamaica in the relay, and if Shaunae Miller-Uibo can defend her crown?

As we look at men’s field athletics, we highlight hammer-thrower Pawel Fajdek, decathlete Kevin Mayer and high jump’s Armand Duplantis.

While Dalilah Muhammad looks to defend her crown, Ethiopia hopes to keep their vice-like grip on the 5000m race. All this and more as we highlight women’s track athletics.

Despite being the quickest event, the men’s 100m sprint is one of the more exciting. We take an in-depth look at the dash and other men’s track events

As Wayde van Niekerk looks to recover from a devasting injury, other 400m sprinters look to claim gold. Meanwhile, Timothy Cheruiyot hopes to win his first gold in the 1500m.