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Asian Games Organisers Apologise for Anthem Mix-Up

WHY IT MATTERS

The mistake highlights concerns about the event's organisation and the potential for similar errors to occur, which could impact the credibility of the Asian Games.

What happened

Organisers of the Asian Games in Japan have apologised for a mistake that saw the North Korean national anthem played for South Korea's victorious hockey team. The incident occurred during a medal ceremony at the event. The Asian Games organisers have acknowledged the error and expressed regret for the mistake. The incident has sparked concerns about the accuracy of the event's organisation. The South Korean team was awarded the gold medal in the hockey event, and the mistake has been widely condemned. The Asian Games organisers have promised to investigate the incident and take necessary steps to prevent such errors in the future.

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Asian Games organisers apologise after playing North Korean anthem for South Korea

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