Vietnamese tennis player Daniel Nguyen
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After recording a number of impressive victories during the qualification rounds, both Hoang Nam and Daniel Nguyen played opponents representing the host nation, the Philippines, during the semi-final on December 5.
The pair each won their respective ties, with Daniel Nguyen enjoying a win over Alberto Lim with a score of 6/3 and 6/4, while Hoang Nam successfully defeated Patrombon with a score of 5/7, 6/1, and 6/3.
Vietnamese tennis player Ly Hoang Nam
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The final match between the two Vietnamese players is set to take place on December 6.
With the final being contested by two Vietnamese players, the nation will be guaranteed to enjoy its first-ever gold medal in the men’s tennis competition at the SEA Games. VOV
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