Sakura Haruno participates in the Hidden Leaf Village Grand Sports Festival OVA. She competes alongside other Konoha ninja, including the Rookie Nine and Team Guy, in various athletic events. The winning team earns a mission-free week. During the competition, Naruto's repeated attempts to use the bathroom are thwarted by other participants. Sakura's involvement occurs as part of her team's activities within the festival. The storyline concludes with Naruto winning the relay race for Team 7 but then soiling himself, causing disgust among the participants.