DELEGATION MEETS AHEAD OF 20TH ASIAN GAMES

Athletes representing Jordan at the 20th Asian Games have been told to perform with honour and pride in a meeting with the Jordan Olympic Committee this evening (Tuesday).
Seventy-four athletes are heading to the multi-sport event from September 19-October 4, with the Japanese city of Nagoya welcoming thousands of athletes from across the continent.
JOC Secretary General, Rana Al-Saeed, addressed the delegation with a message of support, encouraging them to exert maximum effort to represent Jordan in the best possible manner and to reflect an honourable image of Jordanian sport.
The Head of Delegation, Mai Al-Nsoor, reviewed the key administrative and organisational instructions regarding participation, travel and accommodation procedures, emphasising her confidence in the ability of athletes to deliver their best performances at the Games.
The meeting also included a review of medical instructions, awareness on anti-doping and prevention of competition manipulation, stressing the importance of adhering to regulations that ensure competition integrity and athlete safety.
Jordan will compete in the 16 sports of gymnastics, triathlon, karate, cycling, weightlifting, equestrian, jiu-jitsu, basketball, fencing, tennis, boxing, esports, taekwondo, mixed martial arts, squash and sport climbing.
The Kingdom first participated in the Asian Games back in 1986 at the Seoul edition, and has accumulated 54 medals over nine appearances, including five gold, 21 silver and 28 bronze medals.