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Cruise ship to house 5,000 athletes, officials at Nagoya Asian Games

The Italian cruise ship Costa Serena arrived in Nagoya for the Asian Games. This vessel will house up to five thousand athletes and officials attending the event. More than eleven thousand athletes will be accommodated using ships and hotels. The Asian Games, established in 1951, feature forty-five countries and forty-three…

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Asian Games 2026: OCA bars relationships involving power imbalance, harassment and degrading language

The Olympic Council of Asia has implemented a strict safeguarding code for the Asian Games. Inappropriate relationships and degrading language are strictly prohibited for all participants. Violations of this code can lead to severe penalties, including suspension from the event. The code also addresses social media use, demanding respectful and…

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R Madhavan’s son to compete at Asian Games: When Dhurandhar actor decided to move to Dubai Vedaant could continue swimming after pools were shut during COVID-19

Vedaant Madhavan, son of R Madhavan, is a competitive freestyle swimmer. He will soon compete at the Asian Games in Japan. The family relocated to Dubai during the pandemic for his training. Madhavan emphasizes keeping his son grounded amidst attention. He rates himself a six out of ten as a…

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Asian Games 2026: From Ayush Shetty to Sakshi Chaudhary, 5 young Indian athletes to watch

Japan will host the Asian Games 2026 with over ten thousand athletes competing. India plans to send five hundred athletes across thirty-six sports to the event. Young talents like Rohit Yadav and Suruchi Phogat will represent India. Murali Sreeshankar aims for gold in the long jump event. Ayush Shetty and…

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India vs Afghanistan 1st T20I: Tough choice between Samson and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as team face tricky Afghan 'test'

India faces a selection dilemma for the opening T20I against Afghanistan. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggression competes with Sanju Samson's experience and flair. The team management must decide between the two for the top order. Afghanistan's strong spin and pace attack will test the Indian lineup. This series serves as crucial preparation…

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"Positive boost for me going into Asian Games": Sprinter Harita Bhadra after stunning 100m triumph at Indian Athletics Series Final

Harita Bhadra secured the women's 100m title with a personal best time. This victory boosts her confidence for the upcoming Asian Games competition. Animesh Kujur claimed the men's 100m title with a strong performance. Gurindervir Singh finished second in the men's race, focusing on improvement. Both athletes gained valuable experience…

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Asian Games 2026: CWG champion Asmita Dey sharpens Ne-Waza as she prepares for formidable Japanese challenge

In anticipation of the upcoming Asian Games, Asmita Dey, an Indian judoka, is sharpening her ground fighting techniques to face tough competitors from Japan. Inspired by the striking skills of Uta Abe, she is determined to excel. The confidence gained from winning gold at the Commonwealth Games has solidified her…

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Asian Games 2026: Can India retain both men’s and women’s gold medals in cricket?

India aims to defend two gold medals in cricket at the Asian Games. The men's team, ranked number one, faces challenges from regional rivals. India's women's team, ranked third, is a strong contender without top global competition. Both squads feature experienced players and promising talent for the tournament. The nation's…

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Sable, Kujur, Jyothi in action at Indian Athletics Series finale ahead of Asian Games

In anticipation of the Asian Games, athletes will participate in the Indian Athletics Series Final, a significant event featuring a prize pot of Rs 65 lakh. Taking place this Thursday, it provides an invaluable opportunity for the predominantly 77-member Indian team to fine-tune their performances before heading to Japan for…

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Asian Games athletes evacuated as heavy rain lashes Nagoya; Mayor rules out disruption

Torrential rain in Nagoya caused a brief evacuation of hundreds of athletes and officials. The heavy rainfall prompted authorities to issue an evacuation order for parts of the city. Subway and bus services were temporarily suspended, and flood warnings were issued. Officials are assessing damage to competition venues and facilities.…

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From Olympics to Asian Games: Why Olympic champions often face a different challenge at the continental level

The Asian Games offer a distinct athletic challenge compared to the Olympics. Familiar rivalries and regional sports create a different competitive environment. Olympic champions face pressure to maintain their established dominance. Emerging athletes use the Games to announce their international presence. Local expectations significantly influence athlete performance and national priorities.

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Asian Games venues and athletes unharmed by extensive flooding in Nagoya, Japan

The mayor of Nagoya says athletes who’ve arrived early for the Asian Games were unharmed by extensive flooding that hit the central Japanese city

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Japan name Asian Games squad for historic T20I against India in Sano

Japan will host India in a historic one-off T20 International match. This game commemorates seventy-five years of India-Japan diplomatic relations. The Japanese squad selected for this match will also compete in the Asian Games. India, ranked number one, are the reigning T20 World Cup champions. Japan is currently placed forty-first…

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India women’s hockey team eyes Asian Games gold, LA 2028 Olympic berth after historic World Cup

The Indian women's hockey team is heading to the Asian Games with high hopes. Their primary objective is securing gold and an Olympic Games berth. This follows a strong fifth-place finish at the recent World Cup tournament. The squad combines experienced players with emerging young talent for this challenge. They…

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Celtic are losing best winger as Yang leaves for Asian Games, says ex-Parkhead ace

Former Celtic winger Aiden McGeady believes the Hoops are losing their best wide player when Yang Hyun-jun departs for the Asian Games.

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"Winning here gives us confidence": Satwik-Chirag eye Asian Games glory after China Masters win

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured their maiden China Masters badminton title. They defeated China's He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu in a comeback victory. This triumph provides a significant confidence boost ahead of the Asian Games. The Indian pair will continue their rigorous training before the upcoming event.…

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Diamond League Final 2026 javelin winner: Rumesh Pathirage makes history with stunning 89.04m throw to clinch title

Diamond League Final: Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage secured the Diamond League Final javelin title in Brussels. He achieved this victory with a throw of 89.04 meters in the third round. This win marks his second major title of a breakthrough season. Pathirage previously won Commonwealth Games gold and four Diamond League…

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Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Asian Games’ biggest stars and top countries to watch

Asian sporting giants converge in Japan for the 20th Asian Games. China remains the dominant force, aiming for a twelfth consecutive top medal tally. Japan leverages home advantage and a diverse range of athletic disciplines. South Korea's badminton stars are poised for significant medal contention. India seeks to surpass its…

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Improving defence and attacking units can make big difference in Asian Games: Hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne

The Indian women's hockey team aims for a brighter medal at the Asian Games. Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasizes strengthening defence and sharpening goal-scoring skills. Players are working on unit defence and creating more attacking opportunities. The team learned valuable lessons from the recent Hockey World Cup experience. Preparations include intense…

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Asiad-bound shooters to undergo final preparatory camps in Delhi and Bhopal

Indian shooters are preparing for the Asian Games with training camps in Delhi and Bhopal. Pistol and rifle athletes will train in Bhopal from September fifth to fourteenth. Skeet shooters began their camp on Friday, while trap shooters train from September tenth. The camps focus on mental conditioning and technical…

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A first for India at Asian Games: Safeguarding Officer to tackle abuse or neglect

Neetal Narang will serve as India's first Safeguarding Officer at the Asian Games. She will be the athletes' primary contact for harassment and abuse concerns. This role is mandatory for the Olympic Council of Asia's events. India will send 503 athletes to compete in 36 different sports. The contingent's support…

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Celtic star in running to be named country's captain, says national boss

Celtic star in running to be named country's captain, reveals national boss

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Asian Games 2026: India eyes record medal haul in Aichi-Nagoya

India aims for a record-breaking performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. The contingent includes five individual Olympic medallists and defending champions in various sports. Hockey competitions will serve as Olympic qualification events for Los Angeles 2028. Several athletes faced setbacks due to doping violations and selection criteria exclusions. India…

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Asian Games cricket teams to get hotels amid facility concerns

Cricket players at the Asian Games will receive hotel accommodation, unlike other athletes. This decision comes after concerns were raised by Sri Lankan officials regarding facilities. Organizers are using a mix of accommodations, including a cruise ship and containers. Japanese cricket officials stated they had limited preparation time for the…

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Hockey: Defense needs further improvement, says captain Harmanpreet Singh

India's eighth-place finish at the FIH World Cup highlighted defensive weaknesses. Captain Harmanpreet Singh acknowledged the need for significant defensive improvements against top teams. The team now focuses on winning gold at the Asian Games and qualifying for the Olympics. Coach Craig Fulton expressed happiness with the team's fight and…

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