Truong Chi Khanh proved he is Vinh Long's top three cushion billiards player. He took gold at the province's first regional sports festival with a strong 30-19 win over Kieu Cong Tuan in the final. This was more than a personal win. It showed how much cue sports are growing in the region.
The tournament took place at Nguyen Coffee Billiards Club in Tra Vinh ward. Sixty players from all over the province entered. Organisers split them into two groups, A and B. The knockout format meant every match mattered. Only the top two from each group reached the semi-finals. The pressure was on from the start.
The official opening of the first Vinh Long provincial sports festival took place on September 19, 2026, featuring 33 delegations and competitions across 26 sports.
In the final, Khanh played for Group 21 from Long Chau ward. He kept his focus and pulled ahead of Tuan, who represented Group 16 from Tra Vinh ward. Khanh took the title with a clear lead. In the bronze medal match, Dao Quoc Dat from Group 8 (Binh Dai commune) beat Pham Quoc Thieu of Group 16 (Tra Vinh ward) 30-17 to claim third place.
Tai Anh Tuan, deputy director of the Vinh Long Centre for Sports Training and Competition, handed out medals and cash prizes. This gave the event an official stamp. The top three also got extra rewards from the sponsor, Nguyen Coffee Billiards Club. Organisers hope these prizes will push more locals to take part and raise the level of play.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the regional format of the festival was introduced as a tool to unify sports infrastructure following administrative changes in the province. The event was officially designated as a province-wide initiative, with venues distributed across three zones, reflecting significant administrative support and infrastructure investment.
This win comes as Vietnamese cue sports keep gaining ground. Local and national players are starting to make a mark internationally, as reported earlier in coverage of world championship hopes.
Vinh Long's first regional sports festival sends a clear message. The province is serious about building up its cue sports scene, from beginners to top players. By setting up real competition and rewarding winners, organisers are helping new talent rise. The strong showings at this event set a high bar for the next tournaments. Vinh Long is showing it can compete with the best in Vietnam's billiards world.
