Tuesday, 22/07/2025 16:17
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Nearly 1.000 athletes compete in the 2025 Central - Central Highlands Nghia Dung Karate-Do Tournament
HNN.VN - The inaugural 2025 Central - Central Highlands Nghia Dung Karate-Do Club Tournament officially opened on the morning of July 22nd at Hue City Sports Center. Permanent Vice Chairman of Hue City People's Committee Nguyen Thanh Binh attended the event.
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| Permanent Vice Chairman Nguyen Thanh Binh (left) presenting flowers in celebration of the opening ceremony |
Taking place from July 21st to 24th, the 2025 Central - Central Highlands Nghia Dung Karate-Do Club Tournament gathers nearly 1.000 athletes from 86 clubs nationwide, competing for 77 sets of medals in two disciplines: Kata (forms) and Kumite (sparring).
Although this is the first time the tournament has been held, the participation of nearly 1.000 athletes highlights the growth of Nghia Dung Karate-Do and its branches and clubs across the country. It has also become one of the largest and most well-attended events in the 2025 “Hue Sports Festival”, a sports week promoting community health.
The Nghia Dung Karate-Do sect was founded in 1978 by master Nguyen Van Dung, and is headquartered on Truong Dinh Street, Hue City.
By HAN DANG