OCA cites 54 world records to declare Aichi-Nagoya Games a success despite chaos

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has defended the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games as a success, pointing to 54 world records, strong viewership and a nearly 20% increase in revenue despite persistent logistical problems that marred the continental sporting showpiece.OCA Director General Husain Al-Musallam said the record-breaking performances demonstrated that athletes had the environment needed to deliver exceptional results during the Games, which concluded on Sunday.A total of 54 world records, 11 junior world records and 89 continental records were set during the competition, providing the OCA with evidence of the event's sporting success despite complaints over accommodation and transportation."This achievement does not come without the best environment," Al-Musallam told reporters at a press conference on the final day of the Games."The athletes cannot perform if they don't have transportation. The athletes cannot perform if they don't have good healthcare. The athletes cannot perform if they don't eat food.