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The Asian Games are bigger than the Summer Olympics, at least in athlete numbers
Organizers say late registrations pushed total athletes and officials to 17,000, forcing some to use hotels and a cruise ship.
- The Asian Games will open on Saturday in Nagoya, Japan, with more than 11,000 athletes signed up, though participants have soared to 17,000, straining available housing.
- Organizers planned for 15,000 athletes and officials, but no dedicated athletes village exists; those registering after a July deadline must find their own lodging.
- Up to 5,000 athletes and officials will stay on the Italian liner Costa Serena, while others are lodged in hotels and temporary wood containers across the region.
- Japanese media reports that 10,000 police and security forces will be on duty for Saturday's opening ceremony, with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attending.
- Although the Olympics possess greater star power, the Asian Games feature top athletes like Philippine star Alex Eala and South Korean badminton champion An Se-young competing.
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The Asian Games are bigger than the Summer Olympics, at least in athlete numbers - Regional Media News
NAGOYA, Japan (AP) - How big are the Asian Games? Well, they are larger in numbers than the Summer Olympics, which gives you an idea of the magnitude and logistics. The Paris Olympics in 2024 involved 10,700 athletes. The Asian Games will open Saturday in [...]
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The Asian Games are bigger than the Summer Olympics, at least in athlete numbers
NAGOYA, Japan (AP) — How big are the Asian Games?
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