CLEAN : Olympics: IOC names five new sports for Tokyo 2020

The transcript discusses the integration of skateboarding into global sports, highlighting its youth focus and the opportunity for growth through the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. It expresses gratitude to the International Olympics Committee and reflects on the historical significance of skateboarding's inclusion. The speaker emphasizes the potential for skateboarding to establish a permanent presence in the Olympics, marking a new era for the sport.

What does the speaker express gratitude for in relation to Tokyo 2020?

In what ways can the Tokyo 2020 event be seen as a confirmation of a new era for skateboarding?