Vietnam wins medals at Asian Nations Cup chess tournament
Vietnam finished the Asian Nations Cup chess tournament with team silver and bronze medals in the blitz chess event on April 7 in the United Arab Emirates.
In the semifinals, Vietnam defeated India before losing to China in the final match.
As for individual prizes, Nguyen Thi Thanh An took another gold after topping the blitz event at women’s board 5. Her teammate Hoang Thi Bao Tram triumphed at board 2.
Nguyen Minh Huy won at men’s board 5.
Le Quang Liem grabbed his gold at men’s table 1, jumping to No. 33 in the world rankings. Earlier this week, Liem led Webster University to win the College Chess Final Four tournament for the fourth time in a row.
Vietnam pocketed seven golds, two silvers and four bronzes.