Japan challenges China in close Asian Games gymnastics battle

Japan mounted a strong challenge, taking the lead after the vault segment when Aiko Sugihara earned 14.066 points, pushing China 1.9 points behind. The Japanese squad maintained momentum on beam and floor, with Sugihara delivering a flawless floor routine that scored 13.966, captivating the audience. However, the earlier deficit proved too large, and the Chinese team held on to finish with 166.462 points, narrowly surpassing the hosts.