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Vietnamese football stars unable to join SEA Games 32 due to new rules

With the host Cambodia freshly adjusting the age of registration for men's football players at the upcoming 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), most of Vietnam’s familiar stars are now not eligible to compete in the tournment.

Vietnam proposes two sports for SEA Games 32

Vietnam has proposed the addition of two sports – women’s gymnastics and dancesport – to the competition programme of the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 32), according to the Vietnam Gymnastics Federation (VGF).

Vietnam gains broadcast rights for 32nd SEA Games

The Vietnam Cable Television Corporation (VTVcab) has become the first in the country to hold the broadcast rights for the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 32) in Cambodia.

Impressive 31st SEA Games and the women’s football team

Vietnam's successful organization of the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) and the card to the World Cup of the national women’s football squad were two outstanding achievements of Vietnam’s sports in 2022.

Five Vietnamese athletes test positive for doping at SEA Games 31

Five Vietnamese athletes have tested positive for doping after undergoing a second test taken at a laboratory in Thailand.

Host Cambodia confirms official sports at 32nd SEA Games

The 32nd SEA Games will have 38 sports with a record of 608 events from May 5 to 17, 2023, in Cambodia.

Vietnam to help Cambodia organise e-sports events at next SEA Games

The Vietnam Recreational and Electronic Sport Association (VIRESA) will assist the E-Sport Federation of Cambodia (EFC) to organise e-sports events at the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 32) in Cambodia next year.

31ST SEA GAMES: UPDATES MAY 14

SEA Games 31: Vietnam win golds in running, rowing, wushu

Fencer An, shooter Vinh selected SEA Games' flag bearer, cauldron lighter

Reigning fencing champion Vu Thanh An will fly the flag for Vietnam at the 31st SEA Games while Olympic gold medallist Hoang Xuan Vinh will light the cauldron in Hanoi on May 12.

'Old man' Tuan sets out to conquer SEA Games marathon

Dubbed ‘old man’ in the marathon community, Le Van Tuan has shown an iron will and strong mind to dominate various difficult tournaments.

Official song for SEA Games 31 released

An official song for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) has debuted, featuring the participation of a collection of local singers.

Special challenges ahead for Vietnamese sports in 2022

2022 represents a special year for Vietnamese sports, particularly as the country will play host to the 31st SEA Games and send athletes to the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou (China).

Preparation accelerated for SEA Games 31

Relevant agencies and localities in Vietnam are speeding up preparations for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) which is scheduled to be held from May 12 to 23 this year.

Vietnam’s e-sports to strengthen position at major arenas

Vietnamese e-sports have witnessed strides over the years as the country’s holding and participation in regional and international events is strengthening its position at major arenas.

Opening the huge market for e-sports

Along with the development of the game market and digital entertainment platform, eSports has potential for development in a diverse and highly globalized ecosystem.

Vietnam ready to welcome sport teams to SEA Games 31 in mid-May 2022

Vietnam is ready to welcome sport teams from 11 regional countries to the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in mid-May, 2022, said Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong.

Vietnam granted delay on decision to halt SEA Games

After several back-and-forth discussions failed to materialise in a compromise, organisers of the 31st Southeast Asian Games deferred again last week from making a decision on whether to postpone the competition 

Chinh to put best foot forward at SEA Games

Le Tu Chinh is Vietnam's top sprinter. The 24-year-old has dominated the 100m in the Southeast Asian Games since 2017. As Vietnam is to host the biennial Games for the second time later this year or in spring next year,

Singapore proposes ASEAN nations co-host SEA Games

According to Lim Teck Yin - CEO of Sport Singapore, ASEAN countries could co-host the SEA Games 31.

SEA Games to be broadcast live on TV and social media sites

All events at the Southeast Asian Games (SEA) will be broadcast live on television and social media sites, organisers revealed during a meeting in Hanoi on Monday.