New sports given go-ahead for Olympic Games in 2028

Flag football, a non-contact format of American football, and squash are included for the first time.

International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach delivers his speech during IOC invitation ceremony.

Cricket, squash, baseball/softball, lacrosse and flag football will all be included in the Olympic programme at the Los Angeles Games in 2028.

The proposal was approved at the International Olympic Committee Session in Mumbai on Monday, with only two delegates voting against the new events.