VietNamNet Bridge – The Binh Duong Province Women's Cycling Open will begin on Monday with the participation of 15 teams, including two foreign teams from Thailand and Malaysia.



Riders will compete in six stages for their shot at the VND200 million (US$9,500) prize for overall winner, best youth and best team.


A 3.5km time trial around the southern province of Binh Duong will kick off the 550km race.


The tournament will end on March 13.


Viet Nam will take part in badminton's Sudirman Cup


Viet Nam will take part in the Badminton World Federation's Sudirman Cup in China from May 22-29.


Defending champion China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines and Sri Lanka will also be among the 31 teams to take part in the event.


Teams will compete in all categories of men's and women's singles, doubles and mixed doubles.


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