The action at the Olympics has already started although the official ceremony does not take place until Friday.
You can watch it live at 1200 noon on BBC One, Red Button and Online.
Due to a packed schedule and various restrictions because of the pandemic, certain events such as men’s and women’s football, as well as softball – part of the Olympics for the first time this year – are getting started before the official curtain raiser.
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Following the Euros, the Summer of sport continues. Now it is time to cheer on the British athletes as the go for gold in the Japanese capital.
Where can I buy Team GB Merch?
The official Team GB Store is essentially a one-stop shop for all your needs.
From kit, to clothing, flags, accessories and more, you will be covered.
The football shirt, as worn by Team GB women, can be yours for £64.95
For the same price, you can have this premium backpack whilst flags are available at a more reasonable price, under £10.
A range of casual clothing is up for grabs as well, from classic t-shirts and hoodies to more discerning pieces such as this collaboration with Ben Sherman . There are also further separate ‘collection’ ranges as well as a full line dedicated to children
If online shopping isn’t your thing, there are some options on the high street with Sports Direct stocking official merch as well as its own alternative options.
When does the Olympics start and what to expect at the opening ceremony?
The games run from 21 July until 8 August.
For the first time ever, Team GB will consist of more women than men, with 376 athletes in total.
At Friday’s opening ceremony, expect technology to be a dominant theme, reflecting Japan’s influence on that industry.
Back in 2016, Japan’s then Prime Minister Shinzo Abe dressed as Mario for a Nintendo influenced handover at the Rio Olympics.
Similar themes are expected in Tokyo.
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