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Asian Games 2026: Japan hosts 20th edition in Aichi-Nagoya
The 20th Asian Games are currently underway in the Aichi-Nagoya region of Japan, running from September 19 to October 4, 2026. The event features over 11,000 athletes from 45 countries competing in 43 sports. Notable additions to the program include BMX freestyle, mixed martial arts (MMA), and virtual taekwondo.
In recent competition, Japanese athlete Takumi Hojo secured the host nation's first gold medal by winning the men's individual triathlon in Gamagori with a time of 52 minutes and 56 seconds. This victory also qualifies him for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. In swimming, 13-year-old Chinese sensation Yu Zidi has made headlines by winning gold in the women's 200m medley, setting a new Asian record with a time of 2:06.10.
Indonesia's contingent has begun its medal tally, currently holding five medals including one silver and four bronze. Notable performances include Sumaya's silver in women's singles teqball and Seraf Naro Siregar's bronze in wushu. The Indonesian government has pledged a bonus of Rp3 billion for every gold medal won at the Games.
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Aichi-Nagoya · Arlan Zhanabay · Asian Games · Asian Games 2026 · China · Erick Thohir · Indonesia · Japan · Sumaya · Takumi Hojo · Yu Zidi · Zhang Xirui
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- [● 6 SOURCES] Takumi Hojo completed the triathlon with a time of 52 minutes and 56 seconds. berita.rtm.gov.my · time.news · www.news18.com · htv.vn · news.tuoitre.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] The victory qualifies Takumi Hojo for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. berita.rtm.gov.my · www.news18.com · htv.vn
- [● 6 SOURCES] Zhang Xirui of China won the silver medal in the men's triathlon. berita.rtm.gov.my · time.news · www.news18.com · htv.vn · news.tuoitre.vn
- [● 5 SOURCES] Takumi Hojo won the men's individual triathlon at the 2026 Asian Games. berita.rtm.gov.my · time.news · www.news18.com · htv.vn
- [● 6 SOURCES] Arlan Zhanabay of Kazakhstan won the bronze medal in the men's triathlon. berita.rtm.gov.my · time.news · www.news18.com · htv.vn · news.tuoitre.vn
- [● 2 SOURCES] Indonesia's government has set a target to win four gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games. sport.harianjogja.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Organizers used hotels, containers, and the cruise ship Costa Serena for athlete accommodation instead of a traditional village. berita.rtm.gov.my · time.news · news.tuoitre.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] Indonesia has won one bronze medal in wushu so far at the 2026 Asian Games. sumeks.disway.id · en.tempo.co
- [● 4 SOURCES] The 20th Asian Games are being held in the Aichi-Nagoya region of Japan. a-zsl.com · disway.id · sport.harianjogja.com · diplomacybeyond.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Yu Zidi broke the Asian record in the women's 200m medley. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.ltsports.com.tw
- [● 2 SOURCES] Yu Zidi won the gold medal in the women's 200m medley. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.ltsports.com.tw