Bahrain Powers Ahead in Asian Youth Games 2025 Preparations
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With just five months to go until the curtain rises on the 3rd Asian Youth Games (AYG) 2025, Bahrain took another confident stride forward as a high-level Technical Delegation (TD) meeting was held yesterday to ensure all systems are ready to go. Led by Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) Deputy Director General Vinod Tiwari, the session brought together key stakeholders from the Bahrain Asian Youth Games Organizing Committee (BAYGOC) to fine-tune logistics for the October 22–31 spectacle. “We’re hoping to have a very successful Asian Youth Games in Bahrain,” said Tiwari. “We hope to mainly educate the kids because there are minors with lots of potential.”
A Turn of Destiny
Originally awarded to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the 3rd edition of the AYG found a new home in Bahrain following delays in infrastructure in the original host city. In December 2024, the OCA officially chose Bahrain as the new host, impressed by its successful 2024 ISF Gymnasiade and world class venues like Khalifa Sports City, Bahrain International Circuit, and the Royal Golf Club.
Strategic Meeting Sets the Stage
Yesterday’s TD meeting brought together a powerhouse of officials, including BAYGOC Chairman Yousif Duaij Muhoorfi and Deputy Chair Ahmed Abdulghaffar. The agenda covered critical touchpoints: athlete accommodation, accreditation systems, transportation, and anti-doping measures. The Bahrain Olympic Committee later confirmed that every department is well on track to deliver a seamless event.
Tiwari, a familiar figure in the Asian sports circuit, emphasized the importance of synchronization across departments, echoing his leadership during past events such as AIMAG 6 in Bangkok.
Games by the Numbers
This year's AYG will unite over 2,000 athletes aged 14–17 from 45 National Olympic Committees. They’ll compete across 21 sports and 26 disciplines, with a total of 207 events. Among the highlights is the debut of Esports, a nod to the evolving landscape of youth sports in Asia. Traditional favorites like athletics, swimming, judo, weightlifting, boxing, and volleyball will also headline the program.
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Infrastructure Ready, Partnerships Growing
Venues such as Khalifa Sports City and the Royal Golf Club are being fine-tuned to welcome athletes, officials, and fans. Recent diplomatic collaboration, such as the visit from China’s Guangdong Province delegation, underlines Bahrain’s drive to foster global partnerships and ensure technical excellence.
His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, expressed pride in the nation’s hosting role, noting that the games serve not only as a showcase of young talent but as a beacon for youth empowerment across the region.
A Vision Beyond the Podium
As Bahrain continues its march toward October, the 3rd AYG stands to leave an indelible legacy—one of unity, youth development, and international cooperation. With first-rate facilities, global partnerships, and logistical precision, the Kingdom is ready to deliver an unforgettable multisport celebration.
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