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India Sports & Cricket 04 Oct 2026, 01:56 PM IST

Japanese Olympic Chief Admits Asian Games Failures, Says Problems Do Not Tell the Full Story

The head of Japan’s Olympic movement has acknowledged serious logistical shortcomings at the Asian Games, including cramped accommodation and transport disruptions after a cost-cutting decision to abandon the traditional Athletes’ Village. But he insisted the criticism captures only part of the picture, arguing that the event still delivered sporting value and operational lessons that should not be ignored.

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India Sports & Cricket7m ago

Sawan Barwal Wins Historic Asian Games Silver in Marathon, Breaks National Record

India's Sawan Barwal produced a breakthrough performance at the 2026 Asian Games, claiming a historic silver medal in the men's marathon with a national record time of 2:11:37. The 28-year-old Army runner from Himachal Pradesh delivered India's first Asian Games athletics medal in the event since 1982, finishing behind Japan's Ichitaka Yamashita in a race run in testing conditions.

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India Sports & Cricket9h ago

Sawan's marathon silver lights up India's day as Toor settles for second and Prachi springs a surprise

India's athletics campaign at the Asian Games produced a landmark marathon silver through Sawan Barwal, who shattered his own national record and delivered the country's first Games medal in the event in 44 years. The day also brought silver for Tajinderpal Singh Toor, a surprise bronze for Prachi Choudhary, and fresh scrutiny over late withdrawals by several athletes despite medical clearances.

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