On October 2, the Vietnamese sports delegation is looking forward to significant achievements at Asiad 20, particularly with Nguyen Thi Tam competing in the finals of the women's 51kg boxing category against Olympic champion Wu Yu from China. This match is generating considerable excitement among fans as Tam has shown remarkable skill and determination throughout the tournament.

Nguyen Thi Tam has had an impressive journey to the finals, having defeated world champion Alua Balkibekova from Kazakhstan in the semifinals. Her path included a dominant performance against Ramisha Shrestha from Nepal in the first round, a solid win over Guo Yi Xuan from Taiwan in the round of 16, and a convincing victory against Bak Chorong from South Korea in the quarterfinals.

With her victory over Balkibekova, who is one of the top fighters in the world and the reigning world champion in the 51kg category, Tam has set high expectations for her final match. Facing Wu Yu, who won the gold medal in the women's 50kg category at the Paris 2024 Olympics, presents a formidable challenge.

As the competition unfolds, the Vietnamese delegation has already secured two gold medals, one silver, and 19 bronze medals, placing them 21st overall in the medal rankings as of October 1. The boxing finals featuring Nguyen Thi Tam is one of the highlights of the day, with fans hopeful for another gold medal to add to Vietnam's tally.

In addition to boxing, other sports events are scheduled throughout the day, including important matches in traditional games and jujitsu, showcasing the diverse talents of Vietnamese athletes at Asiad 20.