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The IOC has confirmed that the next edition of the Youth Olympics, to be held in May and June 2022, has been awarded to Senegal. This means that for the first time ever, an African nation will host an Olympic event.

Africa’s debut as an Olympic host had been a foregone conclusion, with continental rivals Botswana, Nigeria and Tunisia the only other contenders after the IOC recommended this year that an African nation should stage the 2022 YOG.

Senegal president Macky Sall described the decision as “historic for the IOC, Africa and Senegal” and thanked the IOC “on behalf of all the people of Africa, for making a difficult but ambitious choice that follows the Olympic ideal.”

Sall, 56, went on to promise his country would do “whatever it takes for Africa to receive you in the exceptional conditions that conform to international standards.”

The 2022 Games will be sited in the capital Dakar, the new town of Diamniadio and coastal town Saly. The budget for the event, currently set at $150 million (£116m), includes the renovation of the Senghor stadium in Dakar. A new 50,000-seat arena is already under construction.

Although Cape Town bid for the 2004 Olympic Games and South Africa hosted the 2010 World Cup, Africa has had little in the way of major international events.

Quidditch enthusiasts in the Youth Olympics host city of Buenos Aires showcase their skills in the game invented by writer JK Rowling in her Harry Potter books.

The best break dancers from around the world show off their moves in the preliminary rounds of the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires.

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Among the many honoured guests at the Youth Olympics are the Wild Boars football team, who became internationally famous when they were rescued from a cave in their native Thailand in June after becoming trapped.

The team, aged 11-16, played a friendly game against the under-13 team of Buenos Aires powerhouse River Plate, who kitted them out in violet jerseys for the occasion.

They played at the Monumental Stadium, which was the venue for the 1978 World Cup final. The Wild Boars had also attended the opening ceremony of the Games.

"It's really a spectacular moment because these boys have lived really terrible moments," said River Plate president Rodolfo D'Onofrio said. "We are very happy to receive them - today they were players of River Plate".

"The kids are very happy to be here, very excited," said Werachon Sukondhapatipak, head of the Thai delegation.

"During the rescue operation many people from around the world came to Thailand to collaborate in order to save them. They feel they owe everyone around the world."

The final score in the game, although it barely mattered, was a 3-3 draw.

The boys, and their coach Ekapol Chanthawong, were trapped underground for 17 days before the rescue, in which one diver lost his life.

Venezuela's Maria Gimenez wins judo gold in the 44kg women's final at the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires.

Watch three great goals as Spain make a perfect start to their Futsal group stage campaign in the Youth Olympic Games.

Welcome to day two of the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Today’s coverage includes the 3x3 basketball matches in Pool B ahead of its inclusion at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo. These kick off from 13:00 BST. You can also follow futsal and roller speed-skating which will also be shown and could be considered for future senior Games.

Gold medals will be on offer, including in the swimming pool with the men's 200m freestyle, women's 50m breaststroke and the women's 4x100m medley relay finals taking place, plus a medal opportunity in the weightlifting when the men’s 62kg event gets underway later this evening.

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The Youth Olympics has gained a reputation for being a test bed for potential full Olympic sports and there are new events on show in Buenos Aires.

3x3 Basketball (7-17): Sometimes called streetball, 3x3 is claimed to be the world's most popular urban team sport, A Youth Olympics staple since 2010, it will debut at full Olympic level in Tokyo.

Beach handball (8-13):It sounds like handball's answer to beach volleyball, and that's basically what it is. A new event.

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Futsal (7-13): Credited with developing the skills of Messi and Ronaldo, futsal makes its debut at the Youth Olympics. Can it reach full Olympic level?

Hockey Fives (7-14):Smaller teams and a smaller playing area - think Rugby Sevens with a stick.

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Karate (17-18): Included in the 2020 Olympic programme and making its debut here in six men's and women's weight categories.

Kiteboarding (7-13): Windsurfing has been in the YOGs since 2010 and the latest sailing variant makes its debut in Argentina.

Buenos Aires is hosting the third edition of the summer Youth Olympics and several British athletes have progressed to the senior ranks after being successful on the junior stage.

Team GB will be represented by 43 talented youngsters, each hoping to prove they have that potential when they begin their Youth Olympics quest in Argentina this week.

BBC Olympic sports reporter Nick Hope takes a look at who may be part of Great Britain’s next generation of superstars.

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