Get ready for a shake-up: the 2026 Asian Games will introduce six unconventional events-an electrifying nod to Asia’s youth culture and a bold step toward modernizing elite sport across the region
The OCA has enthusiastically endorsed Japan’s lean, cost-conscious model for future Asian Games, praising its use of compact venues and trimmed budgets as a sustainable blueprint for host cities
Kazakhstan exploded onto the Asian Games stage, racking up an impressive medal haul after dominant performances in cycling and combat sports – a powerful opening that signals the national team is poised for a strong campaign
Tom Kim swiftly pivots from his standout Presidents Cup showing to the Asian Games, where a gold medal could earn the rising Korean star a coveted exemption from mandatory military service.
Japan’s Asian Games organisers have sounded the alarm over vast swathes of empty seats, warning that weak ticket sales and dwindling fan interest threaten to tarnish the event’s global reputation
The Asian Games opened amid logistical snags and public frustration, fueling fresh doubts over Japan’s readiness and capacity to host major international sporting events.
Teqball exploded onto the Asian Games stage as athletes clashed for the sport’s first continental medals – a dramatic, high‑stakes debut that sparked Olympic ambitions and underscored teqball’s meteoric ascent across Asia
Nepal and Hong Kong, China delivered vital wins on Day 2 of the Men’s Asian Games cricket tournament – disciplined bowling and composed run chases have put both teams squarely in the race for medals
Thailand has sharply criticized the Asian Games’ chaotic organization, likening event management to “musical chairs,” as officials decry confusion, poor coordination and disruption for athletes.
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Filipino boxer Eumir Marcial roared back into the spotlight with a thunderous knockout in his latest pro outing, a statement win that turbocharges his momentum and keeps both his Asian Games campaign and Olympic qualification hopes firmly on course
As the Asian Games approach, a wave of cricket fever is sweeping Japan – workshops, TV features and hands-on clinics are demystifying the game, spotlighting its stars and showcasing how rapidly it’s catching on across the region
With just 50 days remaining, the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games – Asia’s largest sports festival – is entering its final stretch. Organizers have unveiled striking new venues, athletes are sharpening their edge, and the event promises a powerful economic boost for the region
The Philippines and the Olympic Council of Asia are forging a bolder partnership to supercharge sports development – expanding training programs, modernizing facilities and staging more regional competitions to give athletes the experience, exposure and competitive edge they need