Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games conclude with hopes for inclusive society
China topped the medal table as 45 countries and regions sent about 4,000 athletes to the seven-day competition, organizers said.
- On Saturday, the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games concluded with a closing ceremony where India's flag bearers, shooter Mona Agarwal and jumper Nishad Kumar, both double gold medallists, led the delegation.
- China dominated the medal standings with 435 total medals including 207 gold, while host Japan followed with 186 medals and Uzbekistan placed third with 145 medals.
- Competition across 18 sports saw more than 20 world records set during the seven-day event, with Agarwal breaking a world record in the 50m rifle 3 positions SH1 and Kumar winning gold in T47 events.
- Asian Paralympic Committee President Majid Rashed officially declared the games closed at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, attended by Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko.
- Nagoya Mayor Ichiro Hirosawa said, "I hope the Asian Para Games will become a catalyst for change," as the quadrennial event is next scheduled for Doha in 2030.
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Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games conclude with hopes for inclusive society
The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games concluded Saturday with a closing ceremony, as organizers expressed hope that the continental sporting event would leave a lasting legacy in fostering a more inclusive society.
At the 2026 Aichi Nagoya Asian Para Games, Korea won a total of 100 medals, including 29 gold, achieving 5th place overall. Performance in strategic sports such as table tennis and cycling was notable, and Jang Min-ho set a new world record in athletics. However, improving the training environment for disabled sports and resolving imbalances across disciplines were identified as major future tasks.
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Nishad Kumar, Mona Agarwal Named India's Flag Bearers at Closing Ceremony of Asian Para Games
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Double gold medallists Nishad Kumar and Mona Agarwal will be the flag bearers at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday, following their impressive performances across para-athletics and shooting. Sports News | Nishad Kumar, Mona Agarwal Named India's Flag Bearers at Closing Ceremony of Asian Para Games.
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