After being introduced in 1992, it was dropped following the 2008 Beijing Olympics, largely due to a lack of global participation compared to other sports. However, baseball/softball made its return in 2020 in Tokyo, where the sport garnered significant attention and excitement. The Olympic stage allows players from around the world to showcase their skills, uniting countries through the love of the game. For countries like Japan, baseball is a national pastime, while nations like the U.S. and Cuba have historically been powerhouses.