Hangzhou, China, September 24, 2023: Asia’s National Olympic Committees took to social media to share the joy of taking part in the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China on Saturday night.
“Step into a world of excitement and inspiration! As everyone cheered on the Maldives contingent during the extraordinary opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games last night. Let's celebrate together!” said Maldives Olympic Committee.
Team Singapore was led by flag bearers Amita Berthier (Fencing) and Jowen Lim (Wushu). As described by Amita: “The opening ceremony was simply enthralling. Marching together with my fellow Team Singapore athletes felt amazing and made me very proud to be the flag bearer together with Jowen.
“The sense of exuberance is beyond one’s expectation. I am looking forward with excitement to the competition and the rest of the Games.”
Many other NOCs posted pictures from the opening ceremony accompanied by messages of gratitude to the organisers and fellow participants.
