In a remarkable turn of events at ASIAD 2026, Vietnam's sports delegation has surpassed Singapore in the Southeast Asian medal rankings following a historic gold medal win in women's sepak takraw. The victory came on October 3, 2026, when the Vietnamese team triumphed over Thailand with a score of 2-1 in a dramatic final.

This gold medal is significant as it marks Vietnam's ascent to the fifth position in the Southeast Asian rankings, with a total of 3 golds, 3 silvers, and 19 bronzes. Prior to this win, Vietnam was closely trailing behind Singapore and Myanmar, both of whom had secured 2 gold medals each.

Thailand continues to lead the Southeast Asian medal tally with an impressive 18 golds, 13 silvers, and 21 bronzes, placing them seventh overall in the medal standings. The Thai delegation achieved this milestone with three additional gold medals on the same day, showcasing the strength of their athletes.

Malaysia follows in second place with 9 golds, 7 silvers, and 16 bronzes, while Indonesia and the Philippines hold third and fourth places, respectively. Indonesia has garnered 5 golds, 11 silvers, and 23 bronzes, while the Philippines has secured 4 golds, 9 silvers, and 16 bronzes.

Despite the success, Vietnam fell short of its initial target of 4 gold medals set before the games commenced. Singapore, with 2 golds, 9 silvers, and 7 bronzes, ranks sixth in the region, while Myanmar also has 2 golds but fewer overall medals.

The ASIAD 2026 games will continue with competitions in equestrian events, featuring Indonesia and the Philippines, but these results are not expected to significantly alter the current standings in Southeast Asia. The closing ceremony of ASIAD 2026 is scheduled for 4 PM on October 4, marking the end of this edition of the Asian Games.