Vietnamese weightlifter Le Van Cong claims silver at Asian Para Games

Le Van Cong delivered a strong performance in the men's 49kg powerlifting event at the ongoing 2026 Asian Para Games, capturing the silver medal on October 19. The Vietnamese athlete demonstrated competitive strength against a field of elite regional competitors, though he was unable to surpass Jordan's Omar Qarada, who retained his dominance in the event as the defending Paralympic titleholder.

The result marks Vietnam's opening medal haul at this edition of the Asian Para Games. Le Van Cong's silver represents an important early success for the Vietnamese contingent as the Games continue across multiple sporting disciplines.

Paralympic powerlifting remains one of the most closely contested events at regional competitions, with competitors from across Asia and the broader Paralympic movement competing at increasingly high levels of performance. Le Van Cong's placement demonstrates Vietnam's growing capabilities in the sport and positions the nation among the region's medal contenders.