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Asian Games FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions


What Are the Asian Games?
The Asian Games are Asias version of the Olympic Games
and are the second largest multi-sport event after the
Olympics. The Asian Games, also called Asiad, were
formed after World War II when newly independent Asian
countries wanted to host an event that would unite Asian
countries through sports. The Games are overseen by the
Olympic Council of Asia with oversight from the
International Olympic Committee.
The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi, India in
1951. Like the Olympics, the Asian Games are held every
four years. The 17th Asian Games will be held in 2014 in
Incheon, South Korea, but the 18th Asian Games will be
held in 2019, in order for there to be one year between the
Asian Games and the Olympic Games. Since 1958, the
motto of the Games has been Ever Onward.
Who Competes in the Asian Games?
Some 45 members of the Olympic Council of Asia, the
governing body of sports in Asia, compete in the Asian
Games; however, which countries participate has varied
during the Asian Games history.

During the 1962 games, Taiwan and Israel were not


allowed to participate. In 1970, South Korea was scheduled
to host the games but backed out citing security issues. In
1974, China, North Korea and Mongolia were formally
allowed to participate. In 1990, Iraq was not allowed to
compete because of the Gulf War.
Just as in the Olympics, today Taiwan participates as
Chinese Taipei while Macau competes separately from
China even though it is not separately recognized by the
International Olympic Committee. Israel remains banned
from the Asian Games and a member of the European
Olympic Committee.
What Sports Are Played in the Asian Games?
Thousands of athletes compete in over 40 sporting events,
including gymnastics, swimming, diving, basketball,
baseball, table tennis and soccer. Non-traditional sports,
including board games like Chinese chess and
(Wiq,
Go) are also part of the competition. Bodybuilding is no
longer included in the Games.
Starting with the next Asian Games in 2014, only 35 sports
will be played. Athletes are awarded gold, silver, and
bronze medals for first, second, and third place,
respectively.
How Are the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 Different
from Previous Asian Games?
Several new sporting events have made their debut at the
Guangzhou Asian Games 2010. The new events include:

cricket, dancesport, dragonboat, roller sports, and board


game, wiq (Go). In some sports, new rules have been
introduced. For example, in taekwondo, head strikes are
now allowed.

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