The Asian Games is a multi-sport event held every four years, with the first edition taking place in 1951 in New Delhi, India. The games are a showcase of athletic prowess and cultural exchange among Asian nations. The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, held in 2013, was the 16th edition of the games.
The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games featured 45 sports and 391 events, with a total of 11,201 athletes from 45 countries participating. The games were held in Aichi and Nagoya, Japan, from October 18 to October 2, 2013. The opening ceremony took place at the Nagoya Dome, while the closing ceremony was held at the Aichi Sky Expo.
The games saw India emerge as the overall champion, winning a total of 101 medals, including 38 gold medals. China came in second, while South Korea secured the third position. The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games were a significant event in the history of the Asian Games, showcasing the athletic and cultural prowess of Asian nations.