Athletics
Nagoya Mayor says sorry for Asian Games 'inconveniences'
There are over 17,000 athletes and officials, more than the Olympics, and countries have accused local organisers of mismanagement
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Nagoya's Mayor apologised to athletes on Wednesday (September 30, 2026) for "inconveniences" at the Asian Games in the Japanese city following a string of complaints.
The continent's biggest sporting event has been dogged by problems including a shortage of beds and issues with transport.
