Hunt for two medals in Tokyo begins

The country only has one medal, won by Nijel Amos in 2012. But the Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) has not left any stone unturned in the quest for a second medal after kick-starting preparations in 2019.

This represents the longest time the team has prepared, due to the constant effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Unlike in the past, local spectators would have to stay up late to enjoy the biggest sport spectacle in the world, as Tokyo is seven hours ahead of Botswana.