2010 Asian Games
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| XVI Asian Games | |
|---|---|
| Host city | Guangzhou, China |
| Motto | Thrilling Games, Harmonious Asia |
| Nations participating | 45 |
| Athletes participating | 9,704 |
| Events | 476 in 42 sports |
| Opening ceremony | 12 November |
| Closing ceremony | 27 November |
| Officially opened by | Wen Jiabao |
| Athlete's Oath | Fu Haifeng |
| Judge's Oath | Yan Ninan |
| Torch Lighter | He Chong |
| Main Stadium | Guangdong Olympic Stadium |
The 2010 Asian Games was a many-sport event held in Guangzhou, China from November 12 to November 27, 2010. This was the second time that any Chinese city had hosted the Games, after Beijing in 1990. A total of 9,704 athletes from 45 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) competed in 476 events from 42 sports and disciplines, making it the biggest event in the history of Asian Games.
