Group 1 - The 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games will take place from September 19 to October 4, 2026, and is seen as a "mid-term exam" for the Chinese sports delegation preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics [1] - The event will feature 41 sports, including 32 major events from the 2024 Paris Olympics and 9 additional events, with new categories such as 6 levels of mixed martial arts and T20 cricket [1] - The Chinese sports delegation aims to maintain its leading position in the medal tally, building on its record performance at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, where it won 201 gold, 111 silver, and 71 bronze medals, totaling 383 medals [1] Group 2 - Liaoning province is committed to contributing more athletes to the national teams, with emerging stars like Yu Shuiqing, Du Yucheng, and Ma Bingbing expected to compete at the 2026 Asian Games [2] - These young athletes have expressed their dedication to rigorous training and their desire to represent their country on the international stage [2] - The competitive landscape is highlighted by the need for hard work and determination, as the 2026 Asian Games will provide an opportunity for these athletes to showcase their talents [2]