The 9th Asian Winter Games came to a dazzling close in Harbin on Friday night, with Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) First Vice President Timothy Fok Tsun-ting hailing the event as a celebration of China’s warmth and unity. Over 1,200 athletes from 34 countries and regions competed in this year’s edition—the largest in the Games’ history—showcasing Asia’s winter sports talent.
Fok praised Harbin’s 'unique charm' and the hospitality of its residents during the closing ceremony, held at the Harbin International Conference, Exhibition and Sports Center. The event, which began on February 7, saw China dominate the medal tally with 32 golds, tying Kazakhstan’s 2011 record. South Korea and Japan followed with 16 and 10 golds, respectively.
Highlights from the final day included the Philippines making history with its first-ever Asian Winter Games gold in men’s curling, defeating South Korea 5-3. China secured bronze in the same event, while South Korea and Japan claimed gold and bronze in women’s curling. Kazakhstan and Japan defended their ice hockey titles, proving their winter sports prowess.
As Harbin bids farewell to the Games—its second time hosting after 29 years—the spotlight shifts to Saudi Arabia’s Trojena, set to host the 2029 edition. This will mark the first time the Winter Asiad heads to West Asia!
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Over 1,200 athletes from 34 countries and regions competed in this year’s edition—the largest in the Games’ history—showcasing Asia’s winter sports talent. 
The event, which began on February 7, saw China dominate the medal tally with 32 golds, tying Kazakhstan’s 2011 record. South Korea and Japan followed with 16 and 10 golds, respectively. 
China secured bronze in the same event, while South Korea and Japan claimed gold and bronze in women’s curling. Kazakhstan and Japan defended their ice hockey titles, proving their winter sports prowess. 
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