VietNamNet Bridge – The World Vovinam Federation's 2nd World Vovinam Championships closed in Vietnam on July 31.


Vietnam came first after bagging 20 gold, four silver and two bronze medals.
Iran came second with five gold, two silver and three bronze medals;
while France finished third with four gold, three silver and 11 bronze medals.





The Vietnam-style martial arts event featured 300 athletes and officials from 21
 countries and territories, competing in 40 events of performance and combat at HCM City's Phu Tho Gymnasium.
France will be the host nation of the third world vovinam championships.





Vietnamese Vovinam artist Danh Tam’s happiness after defeating Iran’s Chardoli in
the final game of men’s 72kg category.










An Iranian Vovinam artist.











Indian Vovinam master Praveen Garg.


VNE