HANGZHOU, China – Iran’s flag bearers Sareh Javanmardi and Vahid Nouri led their contingent during the athletes' parade at the opening ceremony of the 2022 Asian Para Games on Sunday.

A total of 128 male athletes will represent Iran in 16 events and 82 female athletes will compete in 11 events.

Iran finished in third place in the 2018 Asian Para Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Para shooter Javanmardi and Judo athlete Nouri carried the country’s flag at the opening ceremony.

Iran’s slogan in the 2022 Asian Para Games is “Faith, Iran, Honor” and the name of the delegation is “Children of Iran”.

Hangzhou 2022 will take place from Oct. 22 to 28. An estimated 3,000 athletes will compete across 22 sports.