Vietnamese Meridian contingent wins bronze at Army Games 2021
VOV.VN - The Vietnamese team bagged a bronze medal in the “Meridian” contest during its conclusion on August 29 in Moscow, Russia.
Hosts Russia led the rankings, followed by the Belarusian team, with Vietnam and China both ranking in third position.
Colonel Bui Yen Tinh, head of the Vietnamese Meridian Team, stated that the final result is a worthy outcome for the nation after taking part in a long training course both at home and abroad.
He thanked Russia for creating favourable conditions in which all teams could practice and get acquainted with the new environment and equipment in the host country.
The “Meridian” contest was held at the Alabino training ground and witnessed the participation of teams from six countries, including Vietnam, Russia, China, Belarus, Iran, and Laos.
Earlier, the Vietnamese combat ship team won a silver medal after finishing second in the “Sea Cup” contest.
The 2021 Army Games, hosted by Russia, is being held from August 22 to September 4 with a total of 260 teams from 45 countries and territories worldwide participating in the event and competing in 34 different categories.
This marks the fourth time that Vietnam has taken part in the games, competing in the largest number of contests so far.
