Athletics has been part of the Asian Games since the inauguaral event in 1951. There is currently a total of 47 events contested, 24 by men and 23 by women, which matches the Olympic athletics program.
Trivia
- China and Japan lead the medal table for medals won in the athletics events
Related Pages
- Athletics at the Olympics
- Athletics at the Commonwealth Games
- About the sports of the Asian Games
- More about the Asian Games
- About the Sport of Athletics
- Multi-Sport Events (Games) Calendar
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