Vietnamese star fighter to attend int’l championship in Vietnam next year

The 2023 MTGP Vietnam Championship is the first tournament to be organized by the Muay Thai Grand Prix (MTGP) in Vietnam, featuring top Vietnamese and international Muay Thai fighters.

The MTGP is the organizer of professional events of Muay Thai, a combat sport of Thailand that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques, at the highest level in the world.

Over the past 10 years, the MTGP has organized more than 50 live events in 15 countries, creating development opportunities for many Muay, kickboxing, and MMA (mixed martial arts) talents, according to its website.

At the 2023 MTGP Vietnam Championship, fighters will compete in 12 weight classes, including nine semi-professional weight classes and three professional weight categories.

Each winner of semi-professional matches will be awarded VND10 million (US$402) while professional match winners will receive VND35 million ($1,408) each.

Among the participants, Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat, 33, is a five-time WMF Muay Thai world champion and four-time Southeast Asian Games medalist in Muay Thai, in addition to having won medals at the IFMA World Muaythai Championships, Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, Asian Martial Arts Games, Asian Indoor Games, and Asian Beach Games.

Following Wednesday’s announcement, Vietnamese cable TV provider VTVcab and the MTGP signed a strategic agreement on the cooperation in organizing, producing, broadcasting, and communications activities of the MTGP championship.

Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get the latest news about Vietnam!

The post Vietnamese star fighter to attend int’l championship in Vietnam next year appeared first on Vietexplorer.com.

View more from VietExplorer:

Spring gathering for book lovers
Colours of Tan Quy Dong
Colourful Christmas Eve enjoyed nationwide
Exhibition on Doan Ngo festival opens in Hanoi
Phu Quoc – The Pearl Island
Bauhinia flowers in full bloom on Hanoi’s streets
New double-decker tour offers new option to discover Hanoi
Son Tra night market
Vietnamese community in Russia makes chung cake for Tet
New life after the war
Exploring Bidoup – Nui Ba National Park in Lam Dong province
Quiet Hanoi on the first day of Lunar Year
Enchanting wild sunflowers shine on Chu Dang Ya extinct volcano
Kayaking in UNESCO-recognised Ha Long bay
Lai Son island commune – an attractive destination in Kien Giang Province
Pa Then fire dancing festival welcomes Spring
Vietnam, RoK hold exchange of tug-of-war
Blooming mulberry season in Hanoi
“Old Spring Features” in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Beautiful Son Hillock in Can Tho city

Nhận xét

Đăng nhận xét

Bài đăng phổ biến từ blog này

American Teens Win Gold in Girls’ Doubles at the U.S. Open Table Tennis Championships

Hình ảnh
In an exciting match, Do Le Van Chi (14) and Do Le Van Linh (13), siblings from Vietnam’s Central Highlands, clinched the top spot in the U.S. Open Table Tennis Championships. They beat the U.S. duo, Emily Quan (17) and Abigail Yu (12), with a close score of 3-2. The talented Vietnamese pair are no strangers to success, having previously won championships in the women’s doubles and team events at the 2023 National Youth Tournament in their home country. Their opponents, Emily and Abigail, are also accomplished athletes, with Emily claiming bronze in the U17 and U19 girls’ singles at the National level, and Abigail taking home three gold medals in the U11 category at the Pan American Youth Championships. Earlier in the week, Van Chi and Van Linh had to settle for silver in the U15 girls’ doubles, falling just short against another American pair, Mandy Yu and Abigail Yu. The Vietnamese siblings, along with their fellow top players from Vietnam, participated in the prestigious U.S. Ope...
Đọc thêm

Vietnam’s Futsal Felinas: Pouncing Towards 2025 AFC Futsal Asian Cup Glory

Hình ảnh
With two consecutive wins under their belt, the team had already guaranteed their advancement before the game. The match against Taiwan, therefore, served as a decisive battle to crown the Group D category champions. The game commenced with Taiwan seizing an early lead in the initial 10 minutes, prompting a swift timeout from Vietnamese head coach Nguyen Dinh Hoang. Displaying resilience and tactical prowess, Vietnam responded magnificently, equalizing just a minute later. The goal was a testament to their teamwork, as Thuy Trang’s precise pass found Bien Thi Hang on the right wing. Hang then demonstrated her vision, delivering a perfect cross to Thanh Ngan, who made no mistake in finding the back of the net. However, Taiwan struck back in the 17th minute, capitalizing on a corner kick. Su Hui Chi’s delivery was deftly flicked on by Lin Dai Chi, creating the opportunity for Liu Chih Ling to slot home from close range. Vietnamese athlete Thuy Trang (in red) showcases her pro...
Đọc thêm

The Magic of Vietnamese Tourism Unveiled at Qatar International Tourism Fair 2024

Hình ảnh
Staff at Vietnam’s exhibition booth were kept busy. From November 25-27, the Doha Convention and Exhibition Center in Qatar played host to the third Qatar International Tourism Fair, an event that attracted over 300 exhibitors from more than 60 countries. With the theme “Discovering Places, People, and Culture,” the fair showcased travel, tourism, and hospitality companies, as well as embassy booths, drawing around 12,000 visitors. Among the participants was the Vietnamese Embassy in Qatar, which seized the opportunity to exhibit Vietnam’s diverse tourism offerings. Tailoring their presentation to the interests of Qatari and Gulf tourists, they promoted everything from cultural and resort tourism to nature escapes and culinary delights. Various travel packages were on offer, ensuring there was something for every type of traveler. A particular highlight of the event was the Vietnamese booth, organized by the Embassy in collaboration with Vietravel Company. This booth sho...
Đọc thêm