In this issue of the Global Impact newsletter, we look back at events at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, which included a series of firsts, including esports making its debut as a medal event.
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Qatari high jumper Mutaz Essa Barshim cemented his legend status by winning a third Asian Games gold medal with a new Games record. The 4x400M relay and show jumping.
Singapore sprinter Shanti Pereira was the fastest qualifier for the women's 200m final at the 2023 Asian Games, a day after winning silver in the 100m event.