HOÀNG HỒ The emotional roller coaster of the SEA Games 31 has taken us from top-notch competitions, the great international sportsmanship and solidarity between countries to the ultimate joy of fans throughout the region, cheering the victories of their nations. And from those great pictures of this year’s Games, many brave young talents took their chance and stepped into the spotlight to fly higher on their journey to glory. Let’s take a look at some of the most outstanding young athletes who succeeded in leaving their mark on Southeast Asia’s biggest sports competition. Joshua Robert Atkinson Through outstanding performances, Atkinson won the Most Valuable Player award at this year’s SEA Games. VNA/VNS Photo Quang Hà Leaving Việt Nam with four gold medals, in the men's 400m, 800m, 4x400m men's relay and 4x400m mixed relay, it has been a hugely successful Games for the teen sprinter who turns 19 tomorrow. Despite his young age, Atkinson has already played a key role … [Read more...] about The rising stars to watch in the future
Big bee honey thailand
Despite falling short, Filipino pool legend Reyes proves a hit with the fans
Filipino pool legend Efren Reyes. VNA/VNS Photo Phan Nhật Anh Thanh Nga HÀ NỘI — The SEA Games 31 might be over, but it has left a lasting impression on Filipino pool legend Efren Reyes thanks to the love of the fans and the success that Việt Nam found in hosting the Games. The 67-year-old player was very surprised by the enthusiasm of Vietnamese audiences for him at the Games. He became the centre of billiards events and when he competed Hà Đông Gymnasium was full of spectators. Reyes was probably the only athlete at the Games that got as loud a cheer from Vietnamese fans as athletes from the host nation - all adore him. "The level of Vietnamese players has improved a lot, they are playing better and better. In Việt Nam, there are many professional players in the carom categories. I'd like to come back to Việt Nam and I'd like the SEA Games to be hosted here," Reyes said. Reyes said he didn't imagine so many Vietnamese fans would come to see him … [Read more...] about Despite falling short, Filipino pool legend Reyes proves a hit with the fans
SEA Games 31 – Vietnam leaves unforgettable impression
The meaning behind SEA Games 31’s slogan of “For a stronger Southeast Asia” was greatly appreciated by international media. The opening ceremony on May 12 at the My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi left the strongest impression. Thailand’ Siamsport newspaper posted an article headlined “Vietnam opens SEA Games impressively”, with more than 10,000 delegates and people present to watch the opening ceremony. Many Thai newspapers praised Vietnam’s preparations for the Games, saying that despite the complex developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, the country demonstrated responsibility in preparing thoughtfully, safely, and securely. Malaysia’s Bernama Malaysia news agency, meanwhile, also hailed the impressive organisation of SEA Games 31 . It said that when visiting Vietnam, sporting delegations and foreign tourists were welcomed as close friends of a big family. Singapore’s The Strait Times published an article quoting Singaporean National Assembly Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin as … [Read more...] about SEA Games 31 – Vietnam leaves unforgettable impression