Asian Games 2026 Slalom 1st event – 29 Sep
September 29 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The top canoe/kayak paddlers from Asia will meet for the first time for the Slalom qualification round for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, and officially greet the action before the first-ever Slalom (CSL01) gets underway on Tuesday, 29th September, 2026. The Official Canoe Slalom Schedule starts at 10:30 AM JST at the Yahagigawa Canoe Slalom Course in Toyota, Japan, while the competitors will be making their run up the race through the mouths of the slippery gates in the form of Canoe Slalom Heats and Kayak Slalom Qualification.
Canoe/Kayak Slalom Slalom Event 1
| Event Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Canoe/Kayak Slalom – Slalom Event 1 (CSL01) |
| Competition Date | Tuesday, September 29, 2026 |
| Start Time | 10:30 AM JST |
| Venue | Yahagigawa Canoe Slalom Course |
| Location | Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Competition Stage | Qualification Heats / Initial Rounds |
| Featured Disciplines | Canoe (C1), Kayak (K1) |
| Competition Type | Individual timed whitewater racing |
Canoe/Kayak Slalom Event
Canoe/Kayak Slalom is one of the most thrilling water sports events of Asian Games, which is a blend of speed, technical expertise and precision. Athletes are placed on a specially-designed whitewater course and they “race” one by one, starting at each of the numbered “gates” of the river.
Official Canoe Slalom Schedule
Slalom Event 1 (CSL01)
Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Start Time: 10:30 AM JST
Venue: Yahagigawa Canoe Slalom Course, Toyota, Japan
Competition Sessions:
- Opening Canoe Slalom Qualification Heats
- Initial Ranking Rounds
- Qualification Runs for Future Elimination Stages
Disciplines Featured in Slalom Event 1
The Canoe/Kayak Slalom competition is made up of different classes according to the skill and racing capability of the competitors.
Men’s Canoe (C1)
Men’s Canoe focuses on:
- Powerful paddling technique
- Strong boat control
- Precise navigation through gates
Women’s Canoe (C1)
Women’s Canoe requires:
- Excellent balance
- Fast decision-making
- Accurate gate movement
Men’s Kayak (K1)
Men’s Kayak is known for:
- High-speed racing
- Quick directional changes
- Technical precision
Women’s Kayak (K1)
Women’s Kayak combines:
- Agility
- Tactical racing
- Efficient course navigation
Host country
The summer of 2026 will be graced with the Aichi–Nagoya Asian Games. The Aichi–Nagoya Asian Games 2026 is proudly hosted in Japan.
Venue
Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, which is the host city for the Asian Games 2026, will host the Slalom events of the Aichi–Nagoya Asian Games for the Canoe/Kayak category.
How to Watch
The fans will get to watch Asian Games 2026 Slalom Canoe and Kayak from the TV screens and digital devices.
Viewers should check:
- Official Asian Games broadcasters
- Official live streaming partners
- Asian Games result platforms
- Sports news updates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the time of the event 1 in the Asian Games 2026 canoe/Kayak Slalom Event?
Event 1 (CSL01) of the Canoe/Kayak Slalom Event is on Tuesday, September 29th, 2026.
At what time will the Slalom Event 1 begin?
Time of opening session: JWT 10:30 am. (JST)
In which city will the Asian Games 2026 be held?
The Competition will take place in the City of Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, at Yahagigawa Canoe Slalom Course.