Asian Games conclude as China tops medal table again

The 20th Asian Games officially came to an end in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Sunday with a colourful closing ceremony, bringing the major sporting event to a close as the flame was extinguished.

The Games produced a record-breaking 350 new records, including more than 50 world records. China’s 13-year-old swimmer Yu Zidi and Thai sprinter Puripol Boonson were named the Games’ Most Valuable Players (MVPs).

China once again topped the medal table, winning 341 medals, including 169 golds. Host Japan finished second with 83 gold medals, while South Korea secured third place.

The next edition of the Asian Games will be held in Qatar in 2030.