Vietnam eyes gold medal haul at 2026 Asian Para Games

Vietnam's para sports contingent will compete in athletics, swimming, powerlifting, table tennis and badminton at the 2026 Asian Para Games. The 21-strong athlete roster represents the nation's continued investment in developing elite para sports talent across multiple disciplines.

Athletics will form the largest contingent with seven competitors, matched by an equal number of swimmers representing Vietnam in the pool. The delegation will also field four powerlifting athletes, two table tennis players and one badminton representative.

The 36-member delegation, which includes coaching and support staff, reflects Vietnam's structured approach to para sports development. The multi-sport representation underscores the nation's commitment to competing across diverse Paralympic disciplines at the regional championship level.

The 2026 Asian Para Games will provide Vietnamese para athletes with an opportunity to test their preparations and compete against regional counterparts. The delegation's composition suggests Vietnam is prioritizing strength in traditional medal-winning sports while expanding its competitive footprint across emerging disciplines.