The 2023 Asian Games were held in Hangzhou, China from September 10 to 25. The Games featured over 40 sports and were contested by over 10,000 athletes from 45 countries. Asian Games 2023 medal tally.
China topped the Asian Games 2023 medal tally with 347 gold medals, followed by Japan with 197 gold medals and South Korea with 84 gold medals.
Winners at Asian Games 2023
Some of the big winners at the Asian Games so far include till 7 October 2023:
Winners:
- China leads the medal tally with 187 gold medals, followed by Japan with 47 gold medals and the Republic of Korea with 36 gold medals.
- India has won 25 gold medals, its best performance at the Asian Games since 2014.
- China’s Sun Yifan won her third consecutive gold medal in the women’s 10m platform diving event.
- Japan’s Tomoki Takata won his first gold medal in the men’s 60kg judo event.
- The Republic of Korea’s An San won her third gold medal in the women’s archery individual event.
Losers:
- North Korea did not compete in the Asian Games for the first time since 1974.
- Afghanistan also did not compete in the Asian Games due to the current political situation in the country.
- The United Arab Emirates had to withdraw from the Asian Games due to a COVID-19 outbreak among its athletes.
Memorable moments:
- India’s Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw with a throw of 88.13m. This is India’s first gold medal in the event at the Asian Games.
- China’s Quan Hongchan won the gold medal in the women’s 10m platform diving event with a perfect score of 10. She is the youngest diver to ever win a gold medal in the event at the Asian Games.
- Japan’s Hifumi Abe won the gold medal in the men’s 66kg judo event. He is the first Japanese judoka to win gold in the event at the Asian Games since 2006.
- The Republic of Korea’s An San won the gold medal in the women’s archery individual event, becoming the first archer to win three gold medals at the Asian Games since 2002.
Live updates:
Here are some live updates from the Asian Games 2023 as of October 7, 2023:
- India:
- India has won 25 gold medals so far, its best performance at the Asian Games since 2014.
- Indian athletes are still performing well in a number of sports, including archery, shooting, wrestling, and athletics.
- China:
- China leads the medal tally with 187 gold medals.
- Chinese athletes have been dominant in a number of sports, including diving, gymnastics, and weightlifting.
- Japan:
- Japan is second on the medal tally with 47 gold medals.
- Japanese athletes have performed well in a number of sports, including judo, karate, and baseball.
- Other notable results:
- Uzbekistan is sixth on the medal tally with 22 gold medals.
- Chinese Taipei is seventh on the medal tally with 14 gold medals.
- Indonesia is eighth on the medal tally with 13 gold medals.
- Thailand is ninth on the medal tally with 13 gold medals.
- Kazakhstan is tenth on the medal tally with 11 gold medals.
The Asian Games 2023 will conclude on October 8, 2023. It will be interesting to see which countries and athletes finish on top of the medal tally.
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Here is the latest medal tally complete table list for the 2023 Asian Games as of October 7, 2023:
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
| 1 | China | 187 | 104 | 101 | 392 |
| 2 | Japan | 47 | 57 | 68 | 172 |
| 3 | Republic of Korea | 36 | 49 | 63 | 148 |
| 4 | India | 25 | 35 | 40 | 100 |
| 5 | Iran | 22 | 24 | 28 | 74 |
| 6 | Uzbekistan | 22 | 23 | 34 | 79 |
| 7 | Chinese Taipei | 14 | 28 | 34 | 76 |
| 8 | Indonesia | 13 | 20 | 25 | 58 |
| 9 | Thailand | 13 | 15 | 34 | 62 |
| 10 | Kazakhstan | 11 | 22 | 40 | 73 |
Note: The medal tally is subject to change as the games are still ongoing.
The Asian Games 2023 are being held in Hangzhou, China from September 23 to October 15. Over 11,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing in 42 sports.
Additional Information
The Asian Games are the second-largest multi-sport event in the world, after the Summer Olympics. The games are held every four years, and they are contested by athletes from all over Asia.
The Asian Games were first held in 1951 in New Delhi, India. Since then, the games have been held in a number of different cities across Asia, including Tokyo, Seoul, Beijing, and Guangzhou.
The Asian Games are a major event for athletes in Asia. The games provide an opportunity for athletes to compete against the best athletes in Asia and to qualify for the Olympic Games.
The Asian Games are also a major event for fans of sport in Asia. The games are broadcast live on television and radio, and they attract millions of viewers.
The Asian Games 2023 are a major success so far. The games have been well-organized and the competition has been fierce. The games have also been a showcase for Asian culture and hospitality.
Impact of the Asian Games 2023 on Asia
The Asian Games 2023 are having a positive impact on Asia in a number of ways. The games are:
- Promoting unity and cooperation among Asian countries.
- Boosting economic growth and development in the region.
- Showcasing Asian culture and hospitality to the world.
- Inspiring young athletes to pursue their dreams.
- Leaving a lasting legacy of improved infrastructure and sports facilities.
The Asian Games 2023 are a major event that is bringing Asia together and helping to build a brighter future for the region.
