China dominates early at Asian Games with 107 gold medals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 6:19 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

At the Asian Games in Nagoya, China has amassed 107 gold medals, significantly leading Japan, which holds 31. Overall, China leads the medal table with 176 total medals compared to Japan's 129. The games feature more than 11,000 athletes, reflecting a wide gap in performance among participating nations. Complaints have surfaced regarding logistics, including accommodation issues and transportation challenges. The event draws attention with rare sports including kabaddi, sepaktakraw, and mixed martial arts, also expanding its esports offerings.
- •China leads gold medal tally with 107; Japan in second with 31.
- •China's total medal count stands at 176; Japan has 129.
- •Unique sports featured include kabaddi and sepaktakraw.
- •Issues reported with athlete accommodations and transport.
- •Esports included for second time, featuring new young champions.
- 6:19 AMYahoo Sports — The Asian Games should be called the 'China Games' as its domination continues
"They're called the Asian Games. Midway through the two-week event, China has won 107 gold medals with Japan on 31 in second place. The overall medal total is closer, but China still leads Japan 176 to 129 through Saturday's results.
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