The 2018 national traditional rowing contest opened in Phan Thiet city of the central province of Binh Thuan on June 10.
The two-day competition is co-organised
by the Vietnam Canoeing, Rowing and Sailing Federation and the Department of
Culture, Sports and Tourism of Binh Thuan province.
It draws the participation of more than
100 athletes from six localities of An Giang, Hai Duong, Quang Binh, Ho Chi Minh City, Dak
Nong and Binh Thuan. The athletes will compete in three events of 200m, 500m
and 1,000m.
The traditional rowing contest, part of
the national tournament system, offers chances for rowers to sharpen their
skills and share experience. It also facilitates the preparation of upcoming
regional and international competitions.
The team from Hai Duong province triumphed
in the men’s 1,000m race for 12 rowers right after the opening ceremony.
Source: VNA
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