Summary The 2026 Asian Games officially begin in Nagoya, Japan, with 10,840 athletes from 45 countries competing across 43 sports.
NAGOYA (Web Desk) - The opening ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games will be held today in the Japanese city of Nagoya, officially marking the start of the major continental sporting event.
Pakistan’s women’s cricket team captain Fatima Sana and squash player Noor Zaman will carry the national flag during the opening ceremony, representing the Pakistani contingent.
A total of 10,840 athletes from 45 countries are set to compete in the Asian Games across 43 sports.
Pakistani athletes will participate in various disciplines during the event, seeking to represent the country on the continental stage.
The Asian Games will bring together athletes from across Asia for competition in a wide range of sporting disciplines, with Nagoya serving as the host city.
