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Coverage dated September 19, 2026

Asian Games to open in Japan after troubled build-up

Headline from WFMZ Allentown

The 20th Asian Games will open in Japan later Saturday with a glittering ceremony following a stuttering build-up to a multi-sport spectacular that has more participants than the Olympics.

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  1. WFMZ Allentown

    Asian Games to open in Japan after troubled build-up (opens WFMZ Allentown)

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    WFMZ Allentown's feed description

    The 20th Asian Games will open in Japan later Saturday with a glittering ceremony following a stuttering build-up to a multi-sport spectacular that has more participants than the Olympics.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    The Asian Games are open with more athletes than the Summer Olympics and some unfamiliar sports (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    The opening ceremony of the Asian Games has marked the official start of the 16-day event