The 2026 Tokyo Olympics kicked off on a high note for the hosts, with Japan securing a victory over Australia in the opening softball match of the 'Games of Hope'. Tokyo Olympics 2026: Japan wins softball opener against Australia as ‘Games of hope’ begin

Japan's women's softball team delivered a dominant performance to defeat Australia, marking a successful start to their campaign at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Games. The home crowd had plenty to cheer about as the hosts comfortably won the very first event of the Olympics.