Countdown to Tokyo

We look at the five new sports at Tokyo, the Olympic Dream of Cameron Burrell and the theatre of weightlifting.

As Naomi Osaka prepares to become the face of the Tokyo, we look at 3x3 basketball, sailing, hurdling and the Olympic Mascots of past and present as we Countdown to Tokyo.

While France and China look to continue their recent Olympic glory, Laszlo Cseh seeks gold in a Michael Phelps-less 2021.

As Jessica Fox seeks gold in Tokyo, we look at the medal chances of Norway and South Korea, Abdul Hakim Sani Brown’s latest accomplishment and the ticket lottery.

As Adam Peaty prepares to defend his crown, Lee Chong sadly steps down. Plus, Tokyo’s beaches need a good scrubbing, and we look at the best ever second-place finishers.

As India continues to dream of hosting in 2032, Japan prepares Tokyo Bay for sailing. Also, we look at Stephen Curry, Jordan Burroughs, Bianca Walkden and Amber Hill.

The careers of Chen Long and Eliud Kipchoge take center stage, and we reflecton Japan’s past and the best marathoners of all time.

Family ties and the new wave of sport.

Charlotte Dujardin looks to continue her dressage dominance, while Tomokazu Harimoto may be the next big thing in table tennis. Also, the most successful athletes out of Universiade.

As Japan’s own Rui Hachimura prepares for his Olympic Dream, USA’s Women’s Soccer Team are ready for another shot at gold. Plus, Serbia’s shocking loss at the 2019 FIBA 3x3 World Cup.

As the chance of Olympic Glory forces Simona Halep and Jason Kenny to rethink retirement, we look at both the archers and divers of 2021.

You have to be made of the right stuff to make it at the Olympics.

While Katie Ledecky may have met her match in Ariarne Titmus, Olympic organisers look to cool-down beach volleyball. Plus, marathon swimming and sailing as we Countdown to Tokyo.

Hitomi Hatakeda puts the gymnastics world on notice with Tokyo approaching. Also, Sarah Sjostrom prepares for her third Olympics and we hear from IOC President Thomas Bach.

As Kanoa Igarashi prepares to surf his way to gold, South Africa rallies behind Tatjana Schoenmaker. Plus, we look at volleyball, boxing and fencing as Tokyo nears.

As the women of Britain and Netherlands prepare for the ultimate hockey showdown, we take a look at dressage queen Isabell Werth. Also, skateboarding, marathon swimming and more.

As Brazil hires a new coach for the women’s football team, beach volleyballers April Ross and Alix Klineman dream for gold. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy tees off for Olympic glory and more.

The world of speed climbing becomes man versus machine as Russia hopes for gold in synchronised swimming. Plus, Japan’s dual citizen athletes have a choice to make.

Mountain biker Nino Schurter hopes to become the best of all time in Tokyo, while PV Sindhu and Kylie Masse are hoping for a medal upgrade in 2021.

The American’s finally stumble in basketball at the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup, while Roger Federer aims for the one thing he has never won: Olympic gold. Also, history's greatest rowing crews.

As Novak Djokovic prepares for 2021, the world’s best short-boarders catch waves with Tokyo in sight. Also, taekowndo, badminton, wrestling and a good night’s sleep as we Countdown to Tokyo.

As we look back at the biggest disappointments in Olympic history, we look forward to 2021’s venues. Plus, hammer-throw controversy and more as we Countdown to Tokyo.

The world’s fastest women meet at the in Doha, while Kyle Lowry prepares USA basketball for it’s fourth straight Olympic gold. Ireland celebrate their show-jumping success and more.

As Lilly King prepares to battle Yulia Efimova in the pool once again, Simone Biles ready’s herself for Tokyo. Also, we countdown the world’s fastest men as Tokyo prepares for long-distance events.

World number one Ash Barty is hoping for Olympic glory as Marianne Vos looks to get back on top in road cycling. Plus, Liam Heath prepares to paddle his way to gold.