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2026 Asian Games: Indonesia exceeds gold medal targets

Overview

The 20th Asian Games in Nagoya and Aichi, Japan, feature approximately 15,000 athletes from 45 National Olympic Committees. China continues to lead the medal standings, followed by Japan and South Korea.

Indonesia reached its initial target of four gold medals following a record-breaking performance by rock climber Desak Made Rita Kusuma Dewi, who won the women’s speed category with a time of 6.062 seconds. This brought Indonesia to 13th place in the standings with 31 total medals (4 gold, 7 silver, and 20 bronze). Other gold medalists included Rahmat Erwin Abdullah in weightlifting, the men’s badminton team, and the men’s doubles pair Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin.

By the conclusion of the games, Indonesia exceeded its gold medal target, finishing with a total of five gold, eleven silver, and 23 bronze medals. The gold medal haul was rounded out by achievements in archery, alongside the previous successes in badminton, sport climbing, and weightlifting. This final tally placed Indonesia 16th in the overall standings. Chef de Mission Todotua Pasaribu noted that the performance surpassed the Ministry of Youth and Sports’ goals.

China emerged as the overall champion of the games, securing 169 gold, 89 silver, and 83 bronze medals, demonstrating significant dominance in aquatic sports such as swimming and diving.

Entities

Indonesia · Asian Games 2026 · Japan · Erick Thohir · Asian Games

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

Coverage disagrees

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  • "Indonesia's total medal count reached 22 medals including 1 gold, 4 silver, and 17 bronze." news.republika.co.id · sport.harianjogja.com

    vs

    "Indonesia is ranked 23rd in the Asian Games 2026 medal standings with 16 total medals (1 silver and 15 bronze)." disway.id · www.cnbcindonesia.com

    These claims provide different total medal counts and compositions for Indonesia.

  • "China leads the medal standings with 61 gold, 24 silver, and 10 bronze medals." www.cnbcindonesia.com

    vs

    "China leads the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games medal tally with 78 medals, including 48 gold." www.rediff.com

    These claims provide different medal counts and gold medal totals for China leading the standings.

  • "As of September 24, 2026, Indonesia has not yet secured a gold medal at the Asian Games." www.cnbcindonesia.com

    vs

    "Indonesia's men's badminton team defeated China 3-2 to win the gold medal." en.tempo.co · dutatv.com · www.jpnn.com · www.medcom.id · batakpost.com · +5 more

    The first claim states Indonesia won a gold medal in men's badminton, while the second claims Indonesia has not yet secured any gold medals.

  • "Indonesia is ranked 23rd in the Asian Games 2026 medal standings with 16 total medals (1 silver and 15 bronze)." disway.id · www.cnbcindonesia.com

    vs

    "As of September 24, 2026, Indonesia has not yet secured a gold medal at the Asian Games." www.cnbcindonesia.com

    The first claim asserts Indonesia has 1 silver and 15 bronze medals, while the second claims they have not yet secured a gold medal, which is consistent, but the first claim's total of 16 medals and 2

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Indonesia surpasses medal target at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia surpassed its gold medal target at the 2026 Asian Games, earning five golds and 39 total medals, finishing 16th overall despite several new world and Asian records.

  2. [SPORTS] 22 sources
    Indonesia reaches four gold medal target at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia has met its target of four gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games, led by victories in rock climbing, weightlifting, and badminton, bringing its total tally to 31 medals.

  3. [SPORTS] 31 sources
    Indonesia secures third gold medal at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia has reached three gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games, led by badminton duo Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin. The nation currently holds 15th place in the overall medal standings.

  4. [SPORTS] 36 sources
    Indonesia wins first 2026 Asian Games gold in men's badminton

    Indonesia won its first gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games in the men's badminton team event, defeating China 3-2. Mohammad Zaki Ubaidillah secured the decisive victory, ending a 28-year gold drought.

  5. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesia wins two bronze medals at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesian athletes Eugenia Diva Widodo (wushu) and Luluk Diana Tri Wijayana (weightlifting) won bronze medals at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.

  6. [SPORTS] 30 sources
    Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games: Competition and technology updates

    The 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan feature 15,000 athletes and new sports like padel. China leads the medal tally, while Japan and South Korea show strong performances across various disciplines.

  7. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Erick Thohir announces Rp3 billion bonus for Asian Games 2026 gold medalists

    Indonesian Sports Minister Erick Thohir announced a Rp3 billion bonus for gold medalists at the 2026 Asian Games, alongside plans for enhanced training programs and athlete pension schemes.

  8. [SPORTS] 33 sources
    Indonesia advances in badminton at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia's men's and women's badminton teams reached the semifinals at the 2026 Asian Games, securing medals. The nation currently holds 13th place in the overall standings with seven medals.

  9. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesia competes in 15 sports at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesian athletes compete in 15 sports at the 2026 Asian Games, highlighted by swimmer Jason Donovan Yusuf setting a new national record in the men's 100m backstroke.

  10. [SPORTS] 32 sources
    Suchika Tariyal wins India's first MMA medal at Asian Games

    Suchika Tariyal won India's first-ever Asian Games MMA bronze medal, though a controversial weight-based rule following a draw in her semifinal cost her a place in the final.

  11. [SPORTS] 54 sources
    Asian Games 2026: Japan hosts 20th edition in Aichi-Nagoya

    The 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, are underway, featuring Takumi Hojo's triathlon gold for Japan and 13-year-old Yu Zidi's record-breaking swimming victory for China.

  12. [SPORTS] 16 sources
    Indonesia athletes advance in teqball and volleyball at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesian athletes advance in the 2026 Asian Games, with Sumaya reaching the teqball final, the women's volleyball team entering the quarter-finals, and the women's basketball team defeating Thailand.

  13. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Indonesia sees early success and leadership appointments at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesian athletes see early success at the 2026 Asian Games, with teqball player Yoga Ardika Putra winning two debut matches and Amri Syahnawi and Siti Fadia named badminton team captains.

  14. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Indonesia's Asian Games CdM arrives in Nagoya for preparations

    Indonesian Chef de Mission Todotua Pasaribu arrived in Nagoya to coordinate preparations for the 2026 Asian Games and participated in the official Torch Relay ceremony.

  15. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesia volleyball teams qualify for 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia's men's and women's national volleyball teams have qualified for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with the women's squad featuring 12 debutants.

  16. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesia targets mixed doubles medals at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesian mixed doubles coach Nova Widianto aims for medals at the 2026 Asian Games, targeting China's declining dominance and relying on pair Amri Syahnawi/Nita Violina Marwah.

  17. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesian esports athletes target medals at 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesian esports athletes Moch. Afthon Fathony and Ararat Samuel Manullang are targeting medals at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, following intensive training and official presidential release.

  18. [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Japan defeats Indonesia 98-53 in Asian Games basketball opener

    Japan defeated Indonesia 98-53 in their opening Group A men's basketball match at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.

  19. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Indonesia celebrates 43rd National Sports Day and Asian Games preparations

    Indonesia celebrates its 43rd National Sports Day on September 9, 2026, coinciding with the preparation of athletes for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.

  20. [SPORTS] 33 sources
    Indonesia dispatches 430 athletes to 2026 Asian Games

    President Prabowo Subianto has dispatched 430 Indonesian athletes to the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, promising Rp3 billion bonuses for gold medalists and career advancements for top performers.

  21. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Indonesia men's basketball team departs for 2026 Asian Games

    The Indonesian men's basketball team has departed for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, rerouting through Surabaya due to volcanic activity. The squad faces a tough group including Japan and South Korea.

  22. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Perbasi ramps up preparations for 2026 Asian Games

    Perbasi is preparing Indonesia's basketball teams for the 2026 Asian Games, including sending a 3x3 squad to the Kaohsiung Challenger in Taiwan to gain international experience.

  23. [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Indonesia ramps up preparations for 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia intensifies preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, focusing on squad selections, new national uniforms, and expanded broadcasting collaborations to support its athletes.

  24. [SPORTS] 9 sources
    PBSI announces 20-player badminton squad for 2026 Asian Games

    PBSI has announced a 20-player badminton squad for the 2026 Asian Games, while Indonesian players continue strong performances at the China Masters 2026 and youth tournaments in Japan.

  25. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Erick Thohir outlines Indonesia's 2026 sports targets and events

    Minister Erick Thohir announced Indonesia's target of four gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games and highlighted the Jakarta International 10K as part of the Indonesia Race 2026 series.

  26. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesia targets four gold medals at 2026 Asian Games

    Minister Erick Thohir is seeking public support for Indonesia's 432-athlete contingent targeting four gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

  27. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Indonesia ramps up preparations for 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia is ramping up preparations for the 2026 Asian Games, increasing national training budgets to Rp222 billion and setting medal targets in weightlifting and soft tennis.

  28. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Indonesia intensifies preparations for 2026 Asian Games

    Indonesia is ramping up preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, focusing on athlete welfare, squad selections in archery and weightlifting, and navigating challenging group draws in volleyball.

  29. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Indonesia Prepares Badminton and Swimming Teams for Asian Games 2026

    Indonesia’s sports officials confirmed strong badminton preparations and a 14‑member swimming squad for the Aichi‑Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, aiming for medals after a long drought.

  30. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Indonesia fields 432 athletes for Asian Games 2026 as football omitted

    Indonesia will send 432 athletes to the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, but football is excluded; the women's basketball team targets a top‑eight finish.

  31. [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Indonesia Prepares Athletes and Logistics for Asian Games 2026

    Indonesia readies its Asian Games 2026 team with new housing plans, a ban on automatic bonuses for independent athletes, early archery departure, and wushu mental‑focus training.

  32. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Indonesian American Games 2026 Debuts in Chicago with Diaspora Athletes

    The first Indonesian American Games began in Chicago (June 19‑21, 2026) with ~200 diaspora athletes competing in seven sports and cultural displays, backed by Indonesia’s ambassador and NOC president.

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