20th Asian Games begin today; 135 athletes representing Nepal
Summary
The 20th Asian Games begin today in Japan, with Nepal sending 135 athletes across 21 sports in Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya City. Boxer Chandra Bahadur Thapa Magar and kabaddi player Manamati Bista will carry Nepal’s flag at the opening ceremony.
Key Points
- The 20th Asian Games officially begin today in Japan and run until October 4.
- Nepal is fielding 135 athletes across 21 sports, along with a total delegation of 211 people.
- Kabaddi has the largest Nepali squad with 24 athletes, followed by cricket, volleyball, wushu, karate and boxing.
- Chandra Bahadur Thapa Magar and Manamati Bista will be Nepal’s flag bearers at the opening ceremony.
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