NAGOYA — The 2026 Asian Games officially opened in Nagoya, Japan, on Saturday, launching a major continental sporting event that will bring together 10,840 athletes from 45 countries across 43 sports.
The opening ceremony in the Japanese host city marked the formal start of the Games, which will stage competition in a wide range of disciplines over the coming days.
Pakistan’s Flag-Bearers
Pakistan’s women’s cricket team captain, Fatima Sana, and squash player Noor Zaman carried the national flag during the opening ceremony, representing the Pakistani contingent.
Pakistani athletes will compete across multiple disciplines during the event, seeking to represent the country on the continental stage.
Games at a Glance
- Host city: Nagoya, Japan
- Athletes: 10,840
- Participating countries: 45
- Sports on the program: 43
The Asian Games will bring together athletes from across Asia for competition in a broad range of sporting disciplines, with Nagoya serving as the host city.
