An In-depth Look at Tokyo Olympics 2020

The Tokyo Olympics 2020 officially kicked off with an opening ceremony on 23rd July 2021 at Tokyo's National Stadium. The event was graced by world leaders from 15 nations. Tokyo became the first Asian city to host the Summer Olympics more than once.

The event saw participation from over 11,000 athletes from 206 countries, competing in 339 events across 33 sports. New sports like 3×3 basketball, Madison cycling, freestyle BMX, karate, surfing, sports climbing, and skateboarding made their debut in the Olympics. Moreover, softball and baseball returned to the Olympics since their last appearance in 2008.

Mascot and Motto of Tokyo Olympics 2020

The mascot for the Tokyo Olympics 2020 was named Miraitowa, a combination of the Japanese words 'Mirai' (Future) and 'Towa' (Eternity). Designed by Ryo Taniguchi, the mascot represents both the old and the new, symbolizing 'innovation from harmony'.

The Olympic motto of 'Faster, Higher, Stronger' was amended to 'Faster, Higher, Stronger- Together' to express unity and solidarity in the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The new Latin version of the motto is 'Citius, Altius, Fortius, Communiter.'

Venues of the Tokyo Olympics 2020

The Tokyo Olympics 2020 was hosted at various venues, including:

• Tokyo’s National Stadium for Football and Athletics
• Yoyogi National Stadium
• Nippon Budokan
• Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium
• Kokugikan Arena
• Tokyo Stadium

India's Performance in Tokyo Olympics 2020

India secured a total of 7 medals in the Tokyo Olympics: one gold, two silvers, and four bronze. The detailed list of Indian athletes who won the medals is as follows:

In addition to the medal winners, golfer Aditi Ashok also put up a commendable performance, finishing fourth in the competition.

This comprehensive guide on Tokyo Olympics 2020 will aid students in their IAS preparation . It is also important to stay updated with current affairs for a well-rounded preparation.