Aichi/Nagoya Asian Games concludes, despite efforts to maintain sustainable management, troubles continue

The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, which concluded on the 4th, was plagued by a series of management-related problems behind the scenes of the heated medal competition. This tournament aims to reduce costs and achieve "sustainable management." Despite the difficulties of holding a large-scale international tournament in a local area, the next stage will be the Asian Paralympic Games.

45 countries and regions participated, and 43 sports were held, more than the Olympics. In e-sports, Yuki Kurihara (11), a fifth-year elementary school student, became a hot topic as he became the youngest player to win a gold medal at the tournament. Minor sports unique to the Asian Games, such as kabaddi, sepak takraw, and additional sports such as padel and tecball, also attracted attention, and the venue was filled with excitement as it was a chance to see them up close.

On the other hand, there were constant problems with management. “Human error” and “insufficient confirmation”. During the event, press conferences held by the organizing committee in Nagoya were filled with questions about the troubles.

It's supposed to be a symbol of innovation...

The tournament aimed to be ``sustainable,'' including making use of existing facilities for competition venues. Aichi Prefecture Governor Hideaki Omura, chairman of the organizing committee, decided not to build an Olympic village due to concerns about the rising costs of hosting the event. Instead, container accommodation facilities and large cruise ships were used.

Container-style accommodation facilities can be reused after the tournament. Along with the cruise ship, it was supposed to become a symbol of the advanced nature of this event.

However, the players have started moving in...