Asiad Games

The 6th Asian Games were held from December 9, 1970 to December 20, 1970 in Bangkok, Thailand. Originally hosted by Seoul, South Korea but dropped its bid after receiving security threats from North Korea. Previous host Thailand stepped in to save the Asiad and staged the Games using the funds of South Korea. A total number of 2,400 athletes, coming from 18 countries, competed in this Asiad, where yachting made its debut.

Medals Table:


Rank NationGoldSilverBronzeTotal
1 Japan744723144
2 South Korea18132354
3 Thailand9171339
4 Indonesia97723
5 India691025
6 Israel66517
7 Malaysia51713
8 Burma32712
9 Iran251724
10 Ceylon2204
11 Philippines191222
12 Republic of China151218
13 Pakistan12710
14 Singapore06915
15 Khmer Republic0235
16 South Vietnam0022
Total137133157427