Dong Nai cueist Diep Chan Hung wins silver medal at National Youth Carom Championship

Young cueist Diep Chan Hung from Dong Nai delivered an impressive performance to win the silver medal in the three-cushion carom category at the 2025 National Youth Carom Championship.

Diep Chan Hung (far left) on the podium receiving the silver medal in the U22 three-cushion carom category at the 2025 National Youth Carom Championship. Photo: Organizing Committee

From September 10 to 17, the Vietnam Billiards & Snooker Federation, in coordination with the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Lam Dong province, hosted the 2025 National Youth Carom Championship and the 2025 VBSF - Aplus National Carom Cup.

This event is the largest billiards competition of the year, bringing together top cueists from across the country. Thirteen teams from various provinces and cities participated, including Hanoi, Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa, Da Nang, Gia Lai, Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Khanh Hoa, An Giang, Hue, Dak Lak, Vinh Long, and Lam Dong. Athletes competed in several categories: Men’s Three-Cushion, Men’s One-Cushion, Women’s Three-Cushion, and Youth Three-Cushion.

Diep Chan Hung (far left) alongside fellow medalists in the three-cushion carom event. Photo: Organizing Committee

Notably, this year marks the inaugural edition of the National Youth Carom Championship, exclusively held for players under the age of 22. This professional arena offers young cueists a valuable opportunity to gain experience, demonstrate their skill and composure, while serving as a foundation for identifying and developing future talents in Vietnamese carom billiards.

The Organizing Committee presents commemorative flags to participating teams. Photo: Organizing Committee

In the U22 division, Dong Nai cueist Diep Chan Hung delivered a series of impressive performances to reach the final of the three-cushion carom event. Facing Dinh Trong Van from Ho Chi Minh City in the championship match, Diep Chan Hung fell short and finished with the silver medal.

The tournament continues through September 17 with matches in the 2025 VBSF - Aplus National Carom Cup.

By: Huy Anh

Translated by: Hong Van - Minho