Asian Games 2023 Closing Ceremony Highlights: Asian Games declared officially closed, torch moves to Japan

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Asian Games 2023 is set to conclude with a spectacular closing ceremony scheduled October 8 (Sunday) at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium in Hangzhou, China. This ceremony, lasting less than 75 minutes, will bring an end to two weeks of thrilling sporting action. Notably, there will be no Indian athletes in action on this final day of the event.

The Asian Games 2023 closing ceremony is not just a celebration of sports but also a showcase of culture and technology, underscoring China’s advancements in these domains. Over 2,100 artists are set to perform, with the iconic Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, known as the “Big Lotus,” being transformed into a mesmerizing canvas of luminous points, waves, and beautiful flowers. The event will feature the world’s first CNC lawn, promising to captivate all who witness it.

The ceremony will highlight special moments from the Asian Games 2023 and conclude with the digital torch bearer, who made a significant appearance in the opening ceremony.

The Asian Games 2023 has been a resounding success, uniting athletes from across Asia and providing a platform to showcase their talents. It has also fostered camaraderie among nations, celebrating their shared passion for sports. Looking ahead, the 20th edition of the Asian Games is slated to take place in Japan in 2026, continuing this legacy of international sporting excellence.

India’s performance at Asian Games 2023

India’s performance at the Asian Games 2023 has been exceptional, with the nation achieving a record medal tally of 107 medals, including 28 gold, 38 silver, and 41 bronze. These achievements stand as a testament to the outstanding efforts of Indian athletes across various disciplines. The closing ceremony serves as a fitting tribute to their dedication and success.

Asian Games 2023 final medal tally

Unsurprisingly, hosts China finished as the table leaders with a whooping 383 medals, including more than 200 medals in gold. The hosts, in fact, won more gold medals (201) than the overall medal count of the second ranked nation. Japan (188), South Korea (190), India (107) and Uzbekistan (71) complete the top five ranked countries in the medal tally.

Who will be India’s flag-bearers at Asian Games 2023 closing ceremony?

While Harmanpreet Singh and Lovlina Borgohain were India’s flag-bearers for the opening ceremony, there has been no official announcement about who are going to be India’s flag-bearers at the closing ceremony. Reports however suggest Indian men’s hockey team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and athlete Parul Chaudhary, who clinched a historic gold in women’s 5000m race and a silver in 3000m steeplechase will do the honours.

Where will Hangzhou Asian Games 2023 closing ceremony take place?

The closing ceremony of the Asian Games 2023 will take place at China’s Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium, affectionately referred to as the “Big Lotus.” This cutting-edge stadium is a testament to China’s state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an impressive seating capacity of 80,000, it boasts the versatility to accommodate a variety of sports events.

When will Hangzhou Asian Games 2023 closing ceremony take place?

The Asian Games 2023 closing ceremony is scheduled to commence at 5:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). The event will run for a duration of 75 minutes.