IOC adds 16 events for 2020 Games

Changes include focus on females, new categories to hook urban youth

Citing greater medal prospects and female participation, China welcomed the International Olympic Committee's decision to add 16 new events on the program of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

After the IOC Executive Board approved the addition of the events on Friday, many Chinese Olympians and sports officials voiced their support for the changes, which highlight female athletes and are aimed at developing interest among youth.