Asian Games 2026: Athlete Nationality Changes Explained
At the Asian Games, naturalised athletes from African countries like Kenya and Ethiopia have won medals for Bahrain and Qatar, who use fast-tracked citizenship policies for athletes. This practice, while controversial, is legal under international sports rules. Each country sets its own immigration laws; for example, Bahrain usually requires 20 years residency but expedites citizenship for athletes.
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