The Asian Games began in Japan on Thursday when Qatar beat Iran in the men's basketball opening group game, the first action in the continental multi-sport showpiece that has more participants than the…
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Tokyo (AFP) – The Asian Games began in Japan on Thursday when Qatar beat Iran in the men's basketball opening group game, the first action in the continental multi-sport showpiece that has more participants than the Olympics.
Issued on: 10/09/2026 - 05:34
Qatar beat Iran in men’s basketball as Asian Games begin in Japan
アジア大会、開会式を9日後に控えてカタールがバスケットボールで勝利
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アジア大会、開会式を9日後に控えてカタールがバスケットボールで勝利
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