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Vietnam sweep SEA Taekwondo Championships

The 17th Southeast Asian Taekwondo Championships closed on August 21 after three days of thrilling competition, with Vietnam emerging as the overall champion.

Illustrative Image (Photo: VNA)
Illustrative Image (Photo: VNA)

Khanh Hoa (VNA) – The 17th Southeast Asian Taekwondo Championships closed on August 21 after three days of thrilling competition, with Vietnam emerging as the overall champion.

The host bagged an impressive 125 medals, including 43 golds, 36 silvers, and 46 bronzes. The Vietnam 1 team took 32 golds, while the Vietnam 2 team secured 11 golds, 19 silvers and 23 bronzes.

The Philippines ranked second with 47 medals, including 11 golds, 11 silvers, and 25 bronzes. Malaysia placed third with 18 medals, including three golds, four silvers and 11 bronzes.

Vietnamese fighters excelled in both Kyorugi (sparring) and Poomsae (forms).

Standout performances came from Nguyen Thi Thuy Linh, Tran Ngoc Doan Trang, Nguyen Gia Nhu, and Vo Thi Hong Tham, who all struck gold in the women’s under-17 category, while Le Phu My and Vo Minh Man triumphed in the men’s divisions.

In Poomsae, Nguyen Thi Le Kim and the pair Chau Tuyet Van – Nguyen Thien Phung added to the gold rush.

The tournament not only showcased top-level martial arts but also strengthened regional friendship, with Khanh Hoa providing a fitting stage for the competition./.

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