Asian Games
Coverage of Asian Games in the Nexus archive.
- Virtual taekwondo is on the rise as it makes its debut at Asian Games
Virtual taekwondo, combining VR technology with traditional techniques, is gaining traction as a competitive discipline and will debut at the Asian Games in Japan. Co-developed by World Taekwondo and Refract Technologies, the sport uses motion-tracking sensors and VR headsets for noncontact matches, attracting a growing community in Southeast Asia.
- Andhra Pradesh to set up world-class Sports Centre of Excellence with JSW support: Minister Nara Lokesh
Andhra Pradesh plans to establish a world-class Sports Centre of Excellence with JSW's support. Minister Nara Lokesh announced a ₹2.23 crore allocation for training 18 athletes competing in the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and Para Commonwealth Games.
- Tamil Nadu police constable qualifies for women’s 800m in Asian Games
A police constable from Tamil Nadu has qualified for the women's 800m event in the Asian Games. The achievement highlights her athletic performance in a major international competition.
- For South Korean men, there's only one uniform that matters
South Korean reporters faced backlash for mocking soccer star Son Heung-min's military service exemption, leading to a national team media boycott. The controversy highlights ongoing public sensitivity around mandatory military service exemptions for athletes, despite policy changes in 2008.
- Wonderkid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, gets maiden India call-up
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received his first India national team call-up, becoming the youngest cricketer to achieve this. He excelled in the IPL with 776 runs and will join the squad for matches against Ireland, England, and the Asian Games.
- Wonderkid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, gets maiden India call-up
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received his first India call-up for T20 matches against Ireland and England, as well as the Asian Games. He is the youngest cricketer to achieve this, having excelled in the Indian Premier League with 776 runs and 72 sixes in 16 innings.
- World champion swimmer Siobhan Haughey reflects on life outside the pool
Siobhan Haughey, a Hong Kong swimmer with four Olympic medals, aims to compete at the September Asian Games in Nagoya and Aichi, Japan. She recently won medals in the 2020 Tokyo and 2024 Paris Games, including silver and bronze in the 100m and 200m freestyle events.
- India news: Top court allows Vinesh Phogat's Asiad entry
The Supreme Court of India has permitted wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in Asian Games trials. The Karnataka governor has accepted Siddaramaiah's resignation.