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SEA Games 31: Malaysian media impressed with host Vietnam

Vietnam has successfully organised SEA Games 31, rounding off the tournament with a spectacular ceremony, Malaysia’s media have said.
SEA Games 31: Malaysian media impressed with host Vietnam ảnh 1At the closing ceremony of SEA Games 31. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam has successfully organised SEAGames 31, rounding off the tournament with a spectacular ceremony, Malaysia’smedia have said.

In an article titled ‘Hanoi SEA Games ends in colourful,vibrant, spectacular style’, Vikneswaran Raman of the Malaysian news agencyBernama reviewed highlights of the Games’ closing ceremony at Hanoi's My DinhIndoor Athletics Arena. The reporter said the ceremony, powered by stunninglight shows and marked the rejuvenation of sports in the region.

The article also noted Vietnam in its second time hostingthe sports event, topped the medal tally with a massive 205-125-116 medal haul.

SEA Games 31: Malaysian media impressed with host Vietnam ảnh 2At the closing ceremony (Photo: VNA)
Echoing the view, the news site The Star lauded thesuccessful organisation of the Games and the 90-minute warm and joyful farewellto international friends after excellent competitions.

In an article reviewing Malaysia’s journey at the event, theNew Straits Times showed an excitement to witness the competitions of 584Malaysian athletes after more than two years lacking of activities due to theCOVID-19 epidemic.

It said Vietnam had hosted the tournament smoothly with fewrefereeing or controversial issues, which once happened in previous editions./.
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