When we think about the Summer Olympics, many of the popular events like gymnastics, swimming and the 100-metre dash usually come to mind. But the Tokyo Olympics are seeing their fair share of new events.

Long-time favourites like surfing and skateboarding are finally making their Olympic debut, while other events like softball are making a comeback after years of absence.

Mike Drolet looks at the fresh fare being offered to take the Games to new heights.

For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/8053840/tokyo-olympics-canada-preview-july-25/

Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc
Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ
Follow Global News on Twitter HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt
Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB
#Olympics #Tokyo #Sports #GlobalNews