The Vietnamese dancesport team achieved a proud milestone by clinching the overall championship title at the 2026 Asian DanceSport Championship. This prestigious championship, attended by athletes and coaches from 32 countries, served as a proving ground for Vietnamese dancers who successfully gathered a total of 21 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals.
Vietnam's dominance was clearly visible in the couples category, where athletes secured 5 gold medals. Impressive performances from the duos Phan Hien – Thu Huong and Anh Minh – Truong Xuan were the main highlights after both pairs claimed two gold medals each for the hosts. Athlete Anh Minh revealed that this achievement was the result of long-term training dedication and great motivation to face challenges at higher levels.
In addition to the couples category, Vietnam's female solo athletes also made history. Hoang Ngoc delivered a stellar performance by sweeping 6 gold medals in the Youth category, followed by Le Mai Thu's dominance in the Junior category with 5 gold medals. In the Junior II category, Nguyen An Nhien and Hoang Misaki also contributed medals, reinforcing the quality of dancesport athlete development in Vietnam.
Vietnam's success as the host nation in organizing a tournament with professional standards received high praise from experts and fans. The opportunity to compete against the best athletes on the Asian continent is considered a key factor in boosting the competitiveness and confidence of local athletes on the international stage.
