The Latest Breaking News from the Asian Games

South Korea considers ending military service exemption for athletes after Asian Games controversy

South Korea is reconsidering military service exemptions for champion athletes

The Independent UK · Oct 7

Qatar eyes 2036 Olympics after it hosts Asian Games as F1 confirms Gulf races

Doha will host the Asian Games in 2030 and is among seven potential hosts for the 2036 Olympics, while Formula 1 says its Qatar and Abu Dhabi races will go ahead as scheduled, bringing much-needed relief after months of uncertainty.

Euronews · Oct 7

South Korea captain apologises for gloating about avoiding military service

South Korea football captain Lee Gi-hyuk has issued an apology after gloating about gaining exemption from mandatory military service. Lee led his team to glory at the Asian Games by beating hosts Japan 1-0 in the final, and then held up his gold medal and declared he was “not going…

The Independent UK · Oct 6

India's Asian Games wrestling heroes Aman, Sujeet, Nitesh receive warm welcome back home

Indian wrestlers received a grand welcome after their impressive performance at the Asian Games 2026. Sujeet Kalkal and Aman Sehrawat won gold medals, while Nitesh Kumar secured silver. The wrestlers expressed their determination to win medals at the Los Angeles Olympics 2028. They credited their success to rigorous training and…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Yang mentorship under spotlight as Celtic star singled out by South Korea boss

Yang has been singled out for hefty praise by South Korea boss Lee Min-sung after his mentorship at the Asian Games.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 4

"Our effort paid off": Kumkum Anil Mohod and other Indian archers celebrate historic Asian Games campaign

Kumkum Anil Mohod stood out in India's stellar archery achievements during the Asian Games 2026. The Indian archery team celebrated a remarkable run, securing five gold medals and multiple podium finishes. Notable performances from Neeraj Chauhan and Sahil Jadhav showcased their exceptional skills. This campaign exemplified the team's dedication and…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 come to colourful close; India's Neeru Dhanda carries tricolour

The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 wrapped up with a spectacular closing ceremony that highlighted Japan’s rich cultural tapestry alongside the achievements of its athletes. Neeru Dhanda proudly hoisted the Indian flag as a three-medal winner in shooting, contributing to India's impressive fourth-place finish with a tally of 21 gold, 27…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

The Asian Games with more athletes than the Olympics close in Japan and head to Qatar in 2030

The Asian Games held in Nagoya featured 11,000 athletes from 45 countries and regions. China topped the medal table with 169 gold medals while Japan and South Korea followed. Various sports, including kurash and kabaddi, highlighted regional talents alongside Olympic prospects. Despite organizational challenges, the games showcased significant athletic performances…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

'We deserve this victory': Women's hockey captain Salima Tete on Asia Cup triumph

Indian women's hockey captain Salima Tete said the team was confident of winning gold at the Asian Games despite facing defending champions China. India beat China 1-0 in the final to end a 44-year wait for the women's hockey gold and secure qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Four…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Kabaddi team captain Sunil Kumar had only 50-50 chance after hand fracture, then a Mumbai doctor performed an unconventional treatment helping him recover in time and win gold medal

India's kabaddi captain Sunil Kumar nearly missed the Asian Games after shattering the bone in his palm just two months before squad selection. A Mumbai doctor skipped the usual plate and screw surgery for a faster, minimally invasive technique, and Kumar went on to lift gold after India beat Iran…

The Economic Times · Oct 4