Asian Games 2026 Men’s 100m Freestyle Swimming Final – September 21
September 21 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Men’s 100m Freestyle Final is the blue-ribbon sprint event of swimming at the 2026 Asian Games, with Asia’s fastest pool swimmers competing at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre.
Event Details
| Event | Asian Games 2026 Men’s 100m Freestyle Swimming Final – September 21 |
| Date | September 21, 2026 |
| Venue | Tokyo Aquatics Centre, Tokyo |
| Sport | Swimming |
About This Event
The 100m freestyle is swimming’s marquee sprint. China and Japan have dominated this event at recent Asian Games. Times under 48 seconds are standard at the elite level.
Format
Heats and semifinals select finalists. Final is a single race. Fastest time wins gold.
Nations to Watch
China, Japan, and South Korea lead Asian swimming. China has been the dominant force across multiple disciplines, with Japan consistently improving. Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and India are also producing competitive swimmers.
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