Sport · Vietnam Bureau
Vietnam dominates Southeast Asian Fencing Championships with 27-medal haul
Vietnam claimed top honors at the Southeast Asian Fencing Championships 2026, securing 27 medals across multiple events as the week-long competition concluded in Quang Ninh. The Vietnamese delegation's strong showing included nine gold medals, cementing the nation's position as a regional fencing powerhouse.
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Vietnam finished atop the medal standings at the Southeast Asian Fencing Championships 2026, which wrapped up in the northern coastal city of Quang Ninh on October 23 following six days of intense competition. The host nation's fencers accumulated a total of 27 medals, comprising nine golds, three silvers, and 15 bronzes across the tournament's events.
The championships drew over 180 fencers from across the Southeast Asian region, making it one of the year's most significant competitions in the sport. Vietnam's commanding performance underscored the nation's depth of talent in fencing and its continued investment in developing competitive athletes across the discipline.
The tournament served as an important preparation ground for regional fencers ahead of broader international competitions. Vietnam's strong medal count reflects years of development work in the sport and positions Vietnamese fencers as prime contenders in upcoming regional and continental events.