Team Saudi is actively participating in the 19th Asian Games (Hangzhou 2022), hosted by the vibrant city of Hangzhou, China. Running from September 23 to October 8, the event showcases the prowess of over 12,000 athletes hailing from 45 Asian nations.
A formidable squad of 193 male and female athletes will represent Saudi Arabia in 19 diverse sporting disciplines. These encompass football, basketball 5×5, handball, athletics, equestrian, darts, fencing, shooting, rowing, weightlifting, boxing, taekwondo, jujitsu, karate, kurash, table tennis, tennis, golf, and electronic sports.
As the games approach, Saudi teams diligently hone their skills through rigorous preparations that encompass both domestic and international training camps, aiming to secure remarkable accomplishments on the continental stage.
The Kingdom's history in the Asian Games is a testament to its dedication. Since its debut in Bangkok 1978, Saudi Arabia has amassed a grand total of 61 medals: 25 gold, 13 silver, and 23 bronze. Notable highlights include a bronze in New Delhi 1982, a silver in Seoul 1986, and another bronze in Beijing 1990. The journey further unfolds with significant achievements such as nine medals in Hiroshima 1994 (one gold, three silver, five bronze), seven medals in Busan 2002 (seven gold, one silver, one bronze), 14 medals in Doha 2006 (eight gold, six bronze), 13 medals in Guangzhou 2010 (five gold, three silver, five bronze), seven medals in Incheon 2014 (three gold, three silver, one bronze), and six medals in Jakarta 2018 (one gold, two silver, three bronze).