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Asian Beach Games kick off in Sanya

By Our Correspondent
April 23, 2026
An image from a Kabaddi game.— AFP/File
An image from a Kabaddi game.— AFP/File

ISLAMABAD: A 40-member Pakistan contingent participated in the 6th Asian Beach Games Opening Ceremony march-past in Sanya (China) Wednesday.

Pakistan contingent attired in traditional Shalwar-Kameez received a resounding welcome from the crowd. Wrestler Mohammad Inam and sprinter Faiqa Riaz carried the national flag during the ceremony.

The Games will continue till 30. Pakistan will field a diverse and competitive squad comprising athletes and officials across multiple disciplines, including athletics, handball, ju-jitsu, kabaddi, triathlon and wrestling.