Here is the Asian Games event held in various years, as well as its venue and to ranked list.
The Asian Games, or “Asiad”, is a multi-sport event that brings together athletes from across Asia to compete in various sports disciplines. The Asian Games Federation (AGF) is the regulatory body of the Asian Games events.
The Asian Games, which occur every four years, is the second-largest multi-sport event in the world after the Olympic Games. The first Asian Games event happened in New Delhi, India, in 1951. The Motto of the Asian Games is “Ever Onward”.
Since its inception in 1951, the Asian Games has grown in scale and significance. It has become a prestigious event that showcases the immense talent and sporting prowess of Asian athletes. The games feature a wide range of sports, including traditional Asian sports like Kabaddi and Sepak Takraw, as well as popular international sports like athletics, swimming, and basketball.
Hosting the Asian Games is a matter of great pride for any country. It not only puts the host nation in the global spotlight but also provides an opportunity to showcase its culture, heritage, and organizational capabilities. The games serve as a catalyst for infrastructural development and leave a lasting legacy for the host city.
List of Asian Games Events
Year | Place | Top Ranked Team |
1951 | Delhi(1st Asian Games) | 1st Japan, 2nd India, 3rd Iran |
1954 | Manila(Philippines) | Japan |
1958 | Tokyo(Japan) | Japan |
1962 | Jakarta(Indonesia) | 1st Japan, 2nd Indonesia, 3rd India |
1966 | Bangkok(Thailand) | Japan |
1970 | Bangkok(Thailand) | Japan |
1974 | Tehran(Iran) | Japan |
1978 | Bangkok(Thailand) | Japan |
1982 | Delhi(India) | China |
1986 | Scot (South Korea) | China |
1990 | Beijing(China) | China |
1994 | Hiroshima(Japan) | China |
1998 | Bangkok(Thailand) | China |
2002 | Pusan(South Korea) | China |
2006 | Doha(Qatar) | China |
2010 | Guangzhou(China) | China |
2014 | Incheon(South Korea) | China |
2018 | Jakarta and Palembang | China |
2022 | Hangzhou | China |