Day 3 of the 2024 Asian Muaythai Open Cup in Chinese Taipei brought intense action and thrilling bouts as the competition entered its critical phase. Athletes from across the Asia Pacific region pushed their limits, showcasing their skills and determination in pursuit of glory.
Notable Results:
Semi-Finals
Men’s -51kg: Le Cong Nghi from Vietnam emerged victorious after trailing in points in the first round after a strong round 1 performance from Mongolia’s Tsogtgerel Nyamgerel. Vietnam bit down in the second round and came out swinging to overpower Nyamgerel in the second round and secure him a spot in the finals for gold.
Women’s -54kg: Ginny Teo from the Singapore continued her winning streak in the tournament stopping Chinese Taipei’s Yun Lin in the first round.
Finals:
Men’s -67kg: The Home Team’s Jung-Ho Hsu clinched the gold medal dominating all three rounds with a hard-fought victory in the finals over Korea’s Sangheon Lee.
Women’s -51kg: Floryvic Montero of the Philippines continued her impressive run, securing her gold medal showcasing her strong boxing skills which kept Hong Kong’s Hoi Ting Lam under control with a dominant performance.
The day once again saw Hong Kong’s strong presence, with their athletes achieving 4/5 wins with 3 golds and 1 athlete advancing to the finals.
Philippines also shone brightly, with 2/3 wins for the day, securing 1 gold and 1 athlete advancing to the finals underscoring their talent and excellence in the competition.
The third day of the tournament set a high bar for the finals, with athletes demonstrating exceptional skill and sportsmanship. The excitement continues to build as the tournament progresses, promising more thrilling bouts and unforgettable moments.
Stay tuned on the IFMA Facebook for gold medal day tomorrow at 2pm, Taipei City time.
