Number of events at the Summer Olympics by gender 1896-2020
Throughout Olympic history, there have been a number of events that are exclusively for women, such as rhythmic gymnastics and synchronized swimming, although there are many more male-only events, such as the pommel horse and rings, and there is a larger number of male weight classes in weightlifting and combat events. There are also several mixed events, such as tennis and badminton (with set numbers of male and female competitors) whereas male and female athletes compete on equal terms in equestrian and sailing events (although sailing has become increasingly segregated in recent years). In the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, a number of mixed shooting events, table tennis doubles, and swimming and sprinting relays were introduced in an attempt to improve participation among female athletes.