Thailand took first with five golds, while Vietnam and Laos secured four golds each at the tournament attended by 79 boxers from Thailand, Mongolia, India, Laos, Hong Kong, Macau and Vietnam.

Thailand, Vietnam and Laos dominated all 13 weight categories of the Thai boxing event.

Vietnamese athletes have been acquainted with the sport only for a short time but have made a good impression thanks to their quick adaptation and varied combat techniques.

Santiphap Intarapharnt, President of the Asia Federation of Muay Thai, said Vietnamese boxers have good basic technique and modern ways of fighting but need additional practice to improve their stamina and their ability to withstand attacks in competitions.

He predicted that Vietnam will grab some gold medals at the 25th SEA Games and medals at the upcoming Asian Indoor Games.

After this tournament, the Vietnam national Muay team will train for two months in Thailand before competing in the Asian Indoor Games to be held in Ho Chi Minh City.

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