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Bahrain to Host Asian Youth Games 2025

by: BTM - Tue, 07 Oct 2025

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Bahrain proudly welcomes Asia’s brightest young athletes as it prepares to host the 3rd Asian Youth Games in October, showcasing the Kingdom’s sporting spirit and organisational excellence.

The Kingdom has long been a strong advocate of sport and youth development, and the opportunity to welcome thousands of young athletes from across Asia marks a proud milestone in its journey as a global sporting destination.

The Games, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, will run from October 22-31 and will see more than 4,000 athletes from 45 countries competing in over 220 events across 24 sports. For many of these young men and women, it will be their first taste of international competition at this level, and for Bahrain it is a chance to demonstrate its organisational capabilities and hospitality to the continent.

Competitions will take place across 23 venues, with more than 30 training facilities also allocated to support the athletes. The Bahrain Olympic Committee and its partners have been working tirelessly to ensure the infrastructure, accommodation, transport, medical facilities and media services are all ready to deliver a seamless experience.

Bahrain to host 2025 Asian Youth Games
The official mascot of the Games, Shahab, has already been unveiled alongside the Games’ symbols Najm and Dana, as well as the medals and torch design. These elements highlight the Kingdom’s creativity and culture, while building excitement among athletes and spectators alike.
Among the sports on offer will be boxing, athletics, swimming, gymnastics and many more,

with the event serving as a vital stepping stone towards the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal. This underlines the strategic importance of the Asian Youth Games, not only for the athletes but also for the development of sport across the continent.

Opening ceremony Asian Youth Games Bahrain
For Bahrain, hosting the Games is more than just an international obligation. It reflects the country’s ambitions to inspire the next generation of athletes, encourage greater participation in sport and strengthen its position as a hub for world-class events. The Kingdom’s proven track record in staging major competitions, from motorsport to mixed martial arts, gives confidence that it will deliver an event worthy of Asia’s best young talent.

As the countdown begins, Bahrain stands ready to welcome the Asian sporting community with pride, warmth and professionalism, ensuring the 2025 Asian Youth Games will be remembered as a defining moment for both the athletes and the nation.