Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony: Xi Jinping Declares The 19th Asian Games Open
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live updates: Lovlina & Harmanpreet, the torch bearers, led the Indian contingent
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Boxer Lovlina Borgohain and Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh, the torch bearers, led the Indian contingent parade at the ceremony.
Leaders from countries including Cambodia, Syria, Nepal, South Korea and Malaysia are in attendance.
Athletes from around 45 countries and territories across Asia are participating in 40 sports events across 61 disciplines.
The Indian contingent list in the 2023 Asian Games is 921, including 655 athletes, 260 coaches, and support staff.
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Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony News and Live Updates: The opening ceremony of the 19th edition of Asian Games is all set to take place from 5:30pm today at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium in China. It will be a will be a multisport event during which advanced and modern technologies of China including artificial intelligence and eco-friendly technology will be showcased.
A digital torch lighting ceremony will take place on the opening day of Asian Games Hangzhou 2023, in which millions of torch bearers will participate to create a digital human figure from the digital flames on the on the Qiantang River. For India, Boxer Lovlina Borgohain and Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh will be the torch bearers.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Meet Our Torch Bearers
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Last Dance For Some
While India’s squad at the 2023 Asian Games boasts a promising crop of young athletes like Aditi Gopichand Swami, Treesha Jolly and R Praggnanandhaa who are set to make a significant impact, the 19th Asiad will witness the farewell performances of several legendary athletes, and mark the end of their illustrious careers.
Individuals who have been synonymous with excellence in their respective sports like Tennis ace Rohan Bopanna, Ankita Raina, Hockey great P R Sreejesh, TT legend Sharath Kamal, Wrestling veteran Bajrang Punia, Squash star Dipika Pallikal, and Discus thrower Seema Punia will be looking to bid adieu to the Asian Games on a high note.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Mirabai Chanu Set For Asiad Debut
India’s Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Mirabai Chanu will be competing in the 49kg category as she is all set to maker Asiad debut in this edition of the event. She will be seen in action on 30 September.
After missing the last edition due to injury, Chanu will be chasing history at the Asian Games.
She returned to competitive action in May after training at St. Louis' SQUAT University under Aron Horschig, undergoing a five-month rehabilitation programme following a hip surgery in December 2022. She finished sixth in the Asian Weightlifting Championships in May at Jinju, South Korea.
Previously, Chanu held the world record for clean & jerk, which she registered at the 2020 Asian Championships before China’s Huihua Jiang broke her record. Chanu will face tough competition from Jiang at Hangzhou.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Flag Bearers On The Mic
"I am very delighted to have the opportunity to hold the Indian flag. We'll try to perform well and bring gold medals. I want all Indians to pray for us. We are excited, we have prepared well and we'll come back with medals" - Boxer Lovlina Borgohain
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: All Set To Go
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: What's Sunday Like For Indian Rowers?
On Sunday at the Fuyang Water Sports Centre in Hangzhou, Indian rowers will figure in five finals, hoping to add more gold medals to the two the country has already won.
It has been a great run on the water for the rowing squad with India reaching finals in nine out of 10 categories in which they competed.
The Lightweight Men's Double Sculls pair of Arjun Lal Jat and Arvind Singh will be figuring in the first medal race for India. The Men's Double Sculls team of Santam Singh and Parminder Singh will be up next while India will also figure in the women's Four final with the quartet of P Babu Aswathi, Mrunmayee Nilesh, Priya Devi Thangjam and Rukmani.
The Men's Pair of Babu Lal Yadav and Lekh Ram and the Men's Eight are the last group of Indians taking part in the final on Sunday.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Indian Contingent Is So Ready!!!
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Captain Harmanpreet Speaks
Ahead of the Opening Ceremony of the 2023 Asian Games, Indian Hockey Team Captain Harmanpreet Singh who'll be the flag bearer alongside boxer Lovlina Borgohain said, "It's a very proud moment for me to have the opportunity to be India's flag bearer and I would like to wish all the best to all the young athletes of India participating." - Harmanpreet Singh
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Wishes From The Prime Minister
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Where Does India Stand in All-Time Medals Tally?
India is one of the handful of countries that has competed in all the editions of the Asian Games, since the games began in 1951. And India has won at least one gold medal in each edition of the Asian Games. But despite these feats, India isn't the top medal winner in the games' all-time total medals tally.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Indian Athletes Reached At The Venue
Team India have arrived at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium for the grand opening ceremony of the 2023 Asian Games.
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Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: What's The Theme?
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Our Shining Stars
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Energy Levels Are So High!
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: It's Showtime
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Water In Autumn Glow
The glittering ceremony has kickstarted with the first performance being Water in Autumn Glow which pays homage to China's heritage, their technological advancement and artificial intelligence whilst also being an eco-friendly affair.
The performance was then followed entry of the national flag of People's Republic of China and national anthem.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Contingents' Parade
After the initial proceedings, the contingents, led by their respective flagbearers filled with pride start with the parade at the mega opening. The first country to kickstart the parade was Afghanistan, followed by Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Democratic People's Republic of China, Hong Kong (China), India (the most awaited contingent), Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Japan
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Parade Continues
Jordan continue with the parade followed by, Kazakhstan, Republic of Korea, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lebanon, Macao (China), Malaysia, Maldives
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: India's Entry
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Other Contingents Parade
Macao (China) carry on with the parade followed by, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: More Contingents Continue With The Parade
Contingents of Singapore, Sri Lanka, Syria, Chinese Taipei, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Laste, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen continue with the parade.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: India At The Ceremony
Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Parade Ends
The contingent of hosting nation China come out onto the stage for parade with their President waving at them. And with that, the parade comes to an end.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: India's Flag Bearers
Hangzhou: Flag-bearers Lovlina Borgohain and Harmanpreet Singh lead the Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
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Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Spectacular Performances By The Artists
Hangzhou: Artists perform during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Hangzhou: Artists perform during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Hangzhou: Artists perform during the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Speeches From The Officials
Gao Zhidan, the president of Asian Games organising committee addresses the audience at the opening ceremony. OCA acting president Randhir Singh, follows him by giving a vote of thanks to China.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: President Declares 19th Asian Games Open
President of the People's Republic Of China Xi Jinping declares the 19th Asian Games open.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: OAC Flag Out In The Centre
The flag of the Olympic Council of Asia (OAC) is being carried out on the stage.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Flag Hoisting
The flags of the Olympic Council of Asia (OAC) and China are being hoisted at the stage. After that, representatives from China take oath on behalf of all the athletes participating in the 19th Asian Games.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: China's Culture On Display
A video showcasing the cultural heritage of China is being played at the centre for the audience followed by another captivating performance from the artists.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: India's Blockbuster Arrival
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Technology At Its Best
A virtual performance by the mascots of the game are demonstrating China's technological advancement. A representation of all the sports being played at the 2023 Asian Games are also being showcased by the hosting nation.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: Lightning Of The Torch
The torch has been lit and the stage is all set for the 19th Asian Games to begin in China.
Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live: See You, Tomorrow Morning!
As the 2023 Asian Games have officially begun, here's what's in store for Indian athletes tomorrow:
Shooting: Women’s 10m air rifle (Individual & Team) - Ramita, Mehuli Ghosh, Ashi Chouksey (6 am)
Women's Cricket Semifinals (6:30 am/11:30 am)
Rowing: Finals (6:30 am)
Wushu: Round 1 to finals (6:30 am to 5 pm)
Table Tennis (Men's and Women's Team): Round 4 and Quarterfinals (7:30 am)
Tennis (Round 1): Sumit Nagal, Ankita Raina, Karman Thandi (Singles), Mixed Doubles (7:30 am)
Women's Rugby: India vs Hong Kong (9:30 am), India vs Japan (2:30 pm)
Boxing (Round 1): Nikhat Zareen (11:30 am), Jaismine Lamboria (11:30 am), Shiva Thapa (11:30 am), Lakshya Chahar (11:30 am), Parveen Hooda (4:30 pm), Sanjeet (4:30 pm)
Women's Football: India vs Thailand (1:30 pm)
Men's Football: India vs Myanmar (5 pm)
Swimming: Srihari Nataraj (5pm)
See you all, tomorrow morning!