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Hangzhou will be the 3rd Chinese city to host the Asian Games in 2022. Before Hangzhou, China had already hosted the Games in Beijing (1990) and Guangzhou (2010). This highlights China’s strong tradition of successfully organizing major international sporting events.

The Asian Games, organized by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), is the largest multi-sport event after the Olympics. The 2022 edition, although delayed to 2023 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, retained the official name of the 2022 Asian Games. Hangzhou was selected as the host city in September 2015, reflecting its rapid development and strong sports infrastructure.

Key Facts about Hangzhou and the Asian Games:

• Host City: Hangzhou, China


• Event Year: Officially 2022 (held in 2023 due to COVID-19)


• China’s Hosting History: Beijing (1990), Guangzhou (2010), Hangzhou (2022)


• Edition: 19th Asian Games


• Organizer: Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)

This makes Hangzhou the 3rd Chinese city to host the Asian Games, continuing China’s legacy of contributing to the growth of sports and cultural exchange across Asia.