Asian Games conclude in Japan after records, rancour and rain
Summary
The Asian Games in Nagoya and Aichi ended with record-breaking performances, but also criticism over cramped housing, transport problems and low attendance. China topped the medal table as Japan handed hosting duties to Doha for 2030.
Key Points
- More than 17,000 athletes and officials took part in the Games across Nagoya and Aichi prefecture, with 50 world records broken.
- Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi won three gold medals and was named Games MVP, while Japanese swimmer Shin Ohashi set a men's 200m breaststroke world record.
- Organisers faced criticism over temporary housing, transport failures, empty seats and other logistical problems.
- China finished top of the medals table with 169 golds, while Japan ended second with 83 golds and handed hosting duties to Doha 2030.
