SportsJapan bids farewell to Asian Games after fortnight of turmoil and records

The 20th Asian Games closed on Sunday after two turbulent weeks marked by youthful brilliance in competition, logistical dysfunction and muted public interest. Olympic Council of Asia President Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani declared the Games closed at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, as the torch passed to the organisers of Doha 2030.