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The Asian Games 2026 were held in Aichi and Nagoya, Japan, from 19 September to 4 October 2026. Nepal finished with two bronze medals. Sports questions often come in Kharidar and Nayab Subba GK papers, so here are the key facts.
Asian Games 2026: Quick Facts
| Edition | 20th Asian Games |
| Host | Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan |
| Dates | 19 September to 4 October 2026 |
| Organiser | Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) |
| Nepal’s team | 135 athletes in 21 sports |
| Nepal’s medals | 0 gold, 0 silver, 2 bronze (36th place) |
Nepal’s Medal Winners
| Medal | Athlete / Team | Sport | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | Tenzing Sherpa | Karate, men’s kumite +84 kg | 23 September 2026 |
| Bronze | Nepal women’s kabaddi team | Kabaddi, women’s tournament | 25 September 2026 |
Other Points to Remember
- Japan previously hosted the Asian Games in Tokyo (1958) and Hiroshima (1994).
Practice MCQs
- Where were the Asian Games 2026 held?
a) Hangzhou, China b) Aichi-Nagoya, Japan c) Doha, Qatar d) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Answer: b) Aichi-Nagoya, Japan - How many medals did Nepal win at the Asian Games 2026?
a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 5
Answer: b) 2 - Tenzing Sherpa won Nepal’s bronze medal in which sport?
a) Taekwondo b) Wushu c) Karate d) Boxing
Answer: c) Karate - Which Nepali team won bronze at the Asian Games 2026?
a) Men’s cricket b) Women’s kabaddi c) Women’s volleyball d) Men’s football
Answer: b) Women’s kabaddi - The Asian Games are organised by:
a) IOC b) OCA c) SAARC d) FIFA
Answer: b) OCA
FAQ
How many athletes did Nepal send to the Asian Games 2026?
135 athletes in 21 sports.
What was Nepal’s rank in the medal table?
36th.
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Sources: The Kathmandu Post: Tenzing Sherpa wins first medal; The Rising Nepal: Nepal finishes 36th with two bronze; Wikipedia: 2026 Asian Games. Last updated: 20 October 2026.
Why this matters for Lok Sewa
- Asian Games facts (host, edition, Nepal’s medals) are typical sports GK MCQs.
- Compare with past Games: Nepal’s best results help in “firsts and records” questions.
Quick practice questions
- Which edition were the 2026 Asian Games? Answer: The 20th.
- How many medals did Nepal win? Answer: 2 bronze (karate and women’s kabaddi).