The National Traditional Martial Arts Championship contributes to spreading the popularity of Vietnamese martial arts. — Photo courtesy of the organising board

GIA LAI — The National Traditional Martial Arts Championship has officially opened in Pleiku City, Gia Lai Province.

This year’s event featured the largest number of participants to date, with nearly 700 referees, coaches and athletes from 32 provinces and cities across the country, competing in various age groups.

The tournament was organised by the Sports Authority of Việt Nam under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Gia Lai Province.

The games will run from September 18-25. VNS