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Heavy rainfall and unusual accommodations have complicated preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
The event will use cruise ships instead of a traditional games village.
Participating nations have raised complaints about the setup.
India’s strict selection guidelines led to the exclusion of several prominent athletes and teams.
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The exclusions were tied to ranking criteria set by the Sports Authority of India.
India is looking to key medal hopes and Olympic quotas for the 2028 Los Angeles Games across multiple sports.