SportsSunday, 20 September 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
20th Asian Games open in Aichi-Nagoya: 45 countries, 11,000 athletes and 469 golds
The 20th Asian Games opened in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with 45 countries, about 11,000 athletes and 469 gold medals at stake.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In September 2026, the 20th Asian Games opened at Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with 45 countries and about 11,000 athletes competing for 469 gold medals.
Key specifics
- The opening ceremony was held at Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium, Aichi-Nagoya.
- 45 countries and the Asian Olympic Council refugee team took part in the Games.
- Around 11,000 athletes are competing in 43 sports for 469 gold medals.
- Japan’s Emperor Naruhito officially opened the Games in the presence of Queen Masako, Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko.
- India sent 501 athletes and officials, with Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sherawat leading the 150-member contingent in the parade.
Exam lens
Question type: Sports current affairs, key facts: 20th Asian Games, Aichi-Nagoya, 45 countries, 11,000 athletes, 469 golds, India 501. TNPSC one-liner: remember the host city, total nations and India’s contingent size.