The youngest Vietnamese athlete to win a gold medal at the 33rd SEA Games.
At the age of 16, Tran Hoang Khoi (born in 2009), an 11th-grade student, won the gold medal in the men's singles event at the 33rd SEA Games, attracting attention by overcoming many experienced bowlers in the region.
At Southeast Asia's biggest sporting event, Hoang Khoi entered the competition as the youngest athlete in his category. However, age did not affect his performance. Hoang Khoi competed confidently, demonstrating consistent technique and maintaining a good competitive mindset against seasoned opponents.
Tran Hoang Khoi is the youngest athlete to win a gold medal for Vietnam at the 33rd SEA Games so far.
PHOTO: THAI BOWLING FEDERATION
In the final match, Hoang Khoi overcame his much older opponent to win the gold medal, bringing a significant achievement to Vietnamese sports at the 33rd SEA Games. This is considered a notable milestone in the competitive career of the young athlete from Da Nang .
Young but mentally strong.
Previously, Tran Hoang Khoi had already attracted the attention of experts. In 2022, at the age of 12, Hoang Khoi won the U.13 Thailand Open, a tournament that brought together many young athletes in the region. This achievement was considered an important stepping stone to help Hoang Khoi accumulate international competition experience.
Hoang Khoi developed a passion for bowling at an early age and quickly showed progress through training and competition. His ability to control the ball, read lanes, and maintain focus helped him improve his skills compared to other athletes of the same age. From his early years in bowling, Hoang Khoi demonstrated seriousness in training and a passion for the sport.
Hoang Khoi on the podium receiving his medal.
PHOTO: THAI BOWLING FEDERATION
Most recently, at the 2025 Thailand International Bowling Tournament, Tran Hoang Khoi continued to win two silver medals in the U.13 categories. This achievement came amidst competition from many rivals from countries with strong bowling movements in the region.
According to experts, Tran Hoang Khoi's strength lies in his ability to maintain a stable mindset during competitions, especially at crucial moments. Despite his young age, this athlete remains calm and focused when entering decisive matches.
With his achievements both domestically and internationally, Tran Hoang Khoi is expected to be the next rising star of Vietnamese bowling in the future, if he continues to receive investment, training, and opportunities to compete in international tournaments.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/nam-sinh-tran-hoang-khoi-14-tuoi-gianh-hcv-bowling-sea-games-33-la-ai-185251214180129941.htm
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