Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games end as Japan wins its most golds ever, China leads
NAGOYA (Kyodo) -- The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games wrapped up on Sunday as Japan won 83 gold medals, its most ever, while China once again underlined its
The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games concluded on Sunday with Japan securing the most gold medals ever at 83, while China dominated the medal standings with 341, including 169 golds. The Asian Games, held in Nagoya and other cities in Aichi Prefecture, featured 43 sports and 15,000 athletes from 45 countries and regions. The event, overseen by the Olympic Council of Asia, set 54 world records.
Japan had the largest delegation ever, with 932 athletes, and won a national record 269 medals. South Korea placed third with 150 medals, including 39 golds. Among Japan's gold medalists, 17-year-old Shin Ohashi set a world record in the men's 200-meter breaststroke. The closing ceremony featured performances by veteran actor and singer Ken Matsudaira and Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko.
Despite the success, the Games were marred by organizational issues, and it remains unclear if Japan's third hosting of the Asian Games succeeded in capturing widespread public attention domestically. The event's conclusion will be followed by the Asian Para Games, which run from October 18.
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