China rowers win first gold of Asian Games
HANGZHOU: Host nation China won the first gold medal of the Asian Games on Sunday (Sep 24), when Zou Jiaqi and Qiu Xiuping dominated the women's lightweight double sculls rowing final.
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China's Xi opens Hangzhou Asian Games, ceremony dazzles
HANGZHOU, China: Chinese President Xi Jinping opened the COVID-delayed 19th Asian Games in the Eastern city of Hangzhou during a spectacular and at times raucous ceremony on Saturday (Sep 23), which organisers hope will lift the mood in a nation struggling with an economic slump.
Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming September 24: When And Where To Watch Indians In Action
The Asian Games 2023 had an official start on Saturday with a mesmerising opening ceremony in Hangzhou, China. While several events have already started at the Asian Games 2023, the medal events will start from Sunday (September 24). The opening ceremony of Asian Games 2023 on Saturday kicked off with an artistic program with Chinese President Xi Jinping among the important guests. India's flag-bearers in the athletes' parade were men's hockey team captain, Harmanpreet Singh, and star boxer Lovlina Borgohain. The dress for the Indian contingent included a khaki textured saree for women and a khaki kurta for the male players. Later, Xi Jinping declared the Asian Games 2023 officially open. (Asian Games 2023 Medals Tally | Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule)
Hangzhou Asian Games 2023 Officially Kicks Off With Futuristic Ceremony
Blending elements of artificial intelligence and environmentally friendly technology, the Hangzhou Asian Games began on Saturday with a one-of-a-kind opening ceremony, headlined by a spectacular futuristic light show. The dazzling programme, held amid a diplomatic row over the denial of entry to three Indian athletes from Arunachal Pradesh, was a melange of technology, cultural history of China, and the spirit of the continent's unity.
Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming September 24: When And Where To Watch Indians In Action
The Asian Games 2023 had an official start on Saturday with a mesmerising opening ceremony in Hangzhou, China. While several events have already started at the Asian Games 2023, the medal events will start from Sunday (September 24). The opening ceremony of Asian Games 2023 on Saturday kicked off with an artistic program with Chinese President Xi Jinping among the important guests. India's flag-bearers in the athletes' parade were men's hockey team captain, Harmanpreet Singh, and star boxer Lovlina Borgohain. The dress for the Indian contingent included a khaki textured saree for women and a khaki kurta for the male players. Later, Xi Jinping declared the Asian Games 2023 officially open. (Asian Games 2023 Medals Tally | Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule)
Chinese leader inaugurates Asian Games in presence of Saudi Olympic Committee president
HANGZHOU, China: China’s President Xi Jinping inaugurated the 19th Asian Games in the presence of Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, president of the Saudi Arabian Olympic Committee, on Saturday. Xi launched the opening ceremony of the tournament, which will continue until Oct. 8, in the presence of several world and Asian leaders, in addition to the President of the International Olympic Committee, Thomas Bach, and Acting President of the Asian Olympic Council, Raja Randhir Singh. Saudi attendees included Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee Vice President Prince Fahd bin Jalawi bin Abdulaziz bin Musaed, and the Director of the Saudi Arabian delegation, Prince Abdullah bin Fahd bin Abdullah. Athlete Dunia Abu Talib and equestrian competitor Ahmed Al-Sharbatly carried the Saudi Arabian flag as they led the Kingdom’s delegation of athletes, sportsmen and sportswomen during the parade. Al-Sharbatly and Abu Talib expressed their pride in carrying the flag, saying “it is a dream that any Saudi citizen would wish for” and wishing their teammates success.
Hangzhou Asian Games 2023 Officially Kicks Off With Futuristic Ceremony
Blending elements of artificial intelligence and environmentally friendly technology, the Hangzhou Asian Games began on Saturday with a one-of-a-kind opening ceremony, headlined by a spectacular futuristic light show. The dazzling programme, held amid a diplomatic row over the denial of entry to three Indian athletes from Arunachal Pradesh, was a melange of technology, cultural history of China, and the spirit of the continent's unity.
Xi to open biggest ever Asian Games after a year's delay
HANGZHOU: Chinese President Xi Jinping will declare the Asian Games open at a glittering ceremony in Hangzhou on Saturday (Sep 23), kick-starting a sporting behemoth that boasts more athletes than the Olympics.