2021 Olympic Softball Tournament Recap

Originally published on Jul. 27, 2021

By Zane Miller

On Tuesday, July 27th, 2021, Japan defeated the United States 2-0 to win the fifth gold medal in Olympic softball history. It was the second gold medal for Japan in Olympic softball. The United States earned the silver medal with the loss, as Canada took the bronze after defeating Mexico 3-2 in the bronze medal match. The tournament was held in Japan, with Tokyo as the host city.

2021 Final Standings

1. Japan (4-1, .800) (Gold)

2. United States (5-0, 1.000) (Silver)

3. Canada (3-2, .600) (Bronze)

4. Mexico (2-3, .400)

5. Australia (1-4, .200)

6. Italy (0-5, .000)

Game Results

Medalists final game starting lineups

Link to stats database: https://www.olympedia.org/results/18001576