OCA President Attends Japanese Olympic Committee Reception

Nagoya, Japan – HE President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, attended a reception hosted by the Japanese Olympic Committee on the sidelines of the 20th Asian Games “Aichi-Nagoya 2026.”The reception was also attended by HE President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Kirsty Coventry, alongside a number of senior officials and prominent leaders of the Olympic and sports movement from across Asia and around the world.

Ali Tamer Reaches Asian Games 100m Freestyle Final with National Record

TOKYO – Qatari swimmer Ali Tamer booked his place in the men’s 100m freestyle final at the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026) on Sunday, setting a new national record in the process.Competing in the preliminary heats at the Aquatics Centre, Tamer finished second in his heat in 48.65 seconds to qualify for the final and lower his previous national record of 49.10 seconds.Tamer will look to build on his strong showing in the final as he seeks to deliver a notable performance for Qatari swimming.Qatar’s swimming team will return to action on Monday in the men’s 4x200m freestyle relay, aiming to produce another strong performance at the continental Games.Qatar’s swimming delegation comprises seven athletes: Mohamed Mahmoud, Ali Tamer, Saad Eddin Saad Eddin, Emil Mounir Fouzai, Abdullah Al Ghamri, Tamim Al Humaida and Mohamed Aziz Jilani.The swimming program at Aichi-Nagoya 2026 features 41 individual and relay events.The 20th Asian Games are being held in Japan from September 19 to October 4, 2026.

Sheikha Hind Meets Qatari Female Athletes Competing at Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games

Nagoya: H.E. Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Member of Board Of Directors of the Qatar Olympic Committee, today met with several of Team Qatar’s female athletes competing at the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026, during a visit to Bayt Qatar in Nagoya.The meeting brought together female athletes from Qatar’s volleyball, shooting, table tennis and 3x3 basketball teams, with H.E. Sheikha Hind taking the opportunity to speak with the athletes about their experiences in Japan, their preparations for the Games and their ambitions for the competitions ahead.H.E. Sheikha Hind praised the athletes for their dedication and commitment and encouraged them to remain focused throughout the competitions, giving their utmost as they represent Qatar on the continental stage. She also highlighted the continued development of women’s sport in Qatar and the important role of female athletes in inspiring future generations.The athletes expressed their appreciation for H.E. Sheikha Hind’s support and engagement, reaffirming their determination to give their best, achieve strong results and represent Qatar with pride at Aichi-Nagoya 2026.Qatar is participating in this edition of the Asian Games with a delegation of 243 athletes, including 184 men and 59 women, competing across 26 sports.

Sheikh Joaan Chairs Joint Gathering of National Olympic Committee Presidents

Nagoya: H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), chaired a joint gathering of National Olympic Committee presidents from Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, held on the sidelines of the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026.

Abdulrahman Mostafa wins Qatar’s first silver medal at Aichi–Nagoya 2026

Nagoya: Team Qatar’s Abdulrahman Mostafa claimed Qatar’s first silver medal at the Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games in Japan.Mostafa delivered an impressive performance to secure silver in the men’s under-60kg karate event and earn a place on the podium.The Team Qatar athlete reached the final after a series of impressive victories yesterday. He defeated Uzbekistan’s Mukhriddin Torakhonov 4–1 in the round of 16 before overcoming Vietnam’s Chu Van Duc 10–4 in the quarter-finals. He continued his fine form in the semi-finals, recording a commanding 7–1 victory over Malaysia’s Hari Sankar.In the final, experience played a decisive role as Kuwait’s Abdullah Shaaban claimed an 8–0 victory to win gold, while Mostafa took the silver medal.The silver represents a major achievement for the promising Qatari athlete, who demonstrated his considerable potential and delivered an impressive performance in his Asian Games debut.Mostafa is considered one of Qatar’s leading karate athletes, having previously won gold in the men’s under-60kg category at the 24th Asian Cadet, Junior and Under-21 Karate Championships.Karate competition will continue tomorrow, with Team Qatar’s athletes aiming to win more medals and raise the national flag high at the Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games.Qatar’s Yaman Ashraf will compete in the men’s under-67kg category, beginning his campaign against Bangladesh’s Islam Munirul in the round of 16.Ashraf will be hoping to secure victory in his opening bout and progress confidently towards medal contention.Qatar are represented in the karate competition by three athletes: Abdulrahman Mostafa in the men’s under-60kg category, Yaman Ashraf in the under-67kg category and Abdullah Rashad in the under-84kg category.

Qatar’s Beach Volleyball and 3x3 Basketball Teams Begin Asian Games Campaigns

Aichi–Nagoya - Qatar’s men’s beach volleyball teams will begin their Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games campaigns today, aiming to build on their previous achievements and retain the gold medal won at the last edition in Hangzhou, China.Qatar 1, comprising Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan, will open their Group A campaign against the Philippines. The group also includes Oman.The Qatari pair will be aiming for a strong start that provides an important morale boost, strengthens their prospects of remaining in contention and helps them advance to the knockout stages.The participation of Younousse and Tijan carries particular significance as they are the defending Asian Games champions.Qatar 2, represented by Mousa Al-Khair and Mohammed Ehab, will also begin their campaign today when they face South Korea in Group D, which also features Thailand and Sri Lanka.In the women’s competition, Qatar 1’s Haya Ashraf and Laila Mohammed began their campaign with a difficult match against hosts Japan, losing 2–0. Qatar 2 will face Thailand today.Qatar 3×3 basketball begin campaign against Indonesia and Chinese TaipeiQatar’s men’s 3×3 basketball team will begin their Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games campaign today with two challenging matches against Indonesia and Chinese Taipei.Qatar enter this edition with high ambitions after winning the silver medal at the previous Asian Games in China. That achievement adds further significance to their current participation as they face a new challenge to deliver strong performances and maintain Qatar’s impressive presence in 3×3 basketball.Qatar’s squad comprises Mohammed Hashim, Hamad Yassin, Nizar Mahmoud and Mubarak Jameh. The coaching staff will rely on the players’ understanding, the experience gained from previous tournaments and competitions, and the team’s physical and technical readiness ahead of the opening matches.