The Vietnamese women's Sepaktakraw team made history by claiming their first-ever World Cup title after a thrilling victory over Thailand in the final match.
Vietnamese women's Sepaktakraw team triumphs over Thailand in the final - Photo by Sepaktakraw.
The 2025 Sepaktakraw World Cup took place from March 20 to 25 in India, gathering the strongest teams from around the world.
Entering the final match of the women's quadrant event, Team Vietnam faced a formidable challenge against Thailand, the most decorated team in Sepaktakraw history.
Despite the daunting opponent, the Vietnamese women displayed remarkable resilience and unwavering determination.
After three intense sets, Vietnam triumphed over Thailand with a 2-1 victory (15-12, 12-15, 15-13), officially becoming world champions.
This remarkable win marks the first time the Vietnamese women's team has defeated Thailand in a World Cup final, breaking Thailand’s long-standing dominance in the sport.
To reach the final, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Huyen, Nguyen Thi Yen, Nguyen Thi My, and Tran Thi Ngoc Yen had an impressive journey, defeating strong opponents like South Korea (2-0), Myanmar (2-1), and France (2-0).
Their excellent coordination, tactical planning, and enduring fighting spirit led the Vietnamese women to a well-deserved victory.
Vietnam’s women's Sepaktakraw team makes history by winning the World Cup for the first time - Photo by Sepaktakraw.
This championship is not only the result of the athletes' tireless efforts but also a significant milestone, elevating Vietnamese Sepaktakraw to new heights.
After years of striving, Vietnam has risen to the top of the world rankings in the women’s quadrant event, solidifying its position on the international stage.
The victory against Thailand carries special meaning, as the Vietnamese women’s team has long been considered the underdog when facing their Thai rivals.
However, with remarkable progress and an indomitable fighting spirit, the Vietnamese athletes have achieved an extraordinary feat, bringing pride to the nation's sports community.
In the men's quadrant final, Vietnam fell to Thailand with a score of 0-2 (1-15, 9-15), securing the silver medal.
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