Ha Thi Linh Clinches Bronze Medal at World Boxing Championships

Ha Thi Linh earned a bronze medal at the World Boxing Championships in Serbia, marking her best achievement. Despite a semi-final loss to Thailand’s Thananya Somnuek, Linh’s success stood out as the only medal for Vietnam in the tournament, where other boxers faced elimination. Plans for upcoming competitions are underway to enhance future performances.

Ha Thi Linh, a distinguished Vietnamese female boxer, achieved notable success by securing a bronze medal at the World Boxing Championships, which concluded on March 16 in Serbia. Competing in the women’s 63kg category, Linh showcased her skills by advancing to the semi-finals during her first international event of the year. However, she ultimately fell short against Thailand’s top seed, Thananya Somnuek, in a decisive match ending with a score of 0-5.

This contest marked the second time Linh faced Somnuek, as she had previously lost to the same boxer in the first round of the preceding World Championships held in India. Linh’s current achievement, which includes a monetary reward of 25,000 USD, stands as her highest accolade to date. This medal was particularly significant as it was the only medal garnered by the Vietnamese team in this tournament, with other boxers experiencing elimination.

Additionally, Vietnamese Olympians Vo Thi Kim Anh and Hoang Ngoc Mai encountered challenges in the women’s 54kg and 70kg categories respectively. Both finished in fifth place after their quarter-final exits. Following the tournament, Team Manager Dam Cong Dien stated that the coaching staff would evaluate the athletes’ performances to formulate strategies for future events.

Vietnam plans to participate in various significant tournaments in 2025, including the Asian Youth Championships in April, the Asian Championships in June, the Asian Youth Games in September, followed by the Asian Cup in November, and concluding with the SEA Games in December.

In summary, Ha Thi Linh’s achievement of a bronze medal at the World Boxing Championships highlights her skill and determination, despite the challenges faced in her semi-final match. As the sole medalist for Vietnam in this event, her success prompts a reassessment and strategic planning by the coaching staff for upcoming competitions. Looking ahead, Vietnam’s participation in major tournaments throughout 2025 promises to showcase the ongoing development of its boxing talents.

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