Hanoi (VNA) - Powerlifter Le Van Cong on October 23 won the first medal for Vietnam at the ongoing 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China. In the men's under-49kg category, Cong failed to lift 170kg in his first attempt. Powerlifter Le Van Cong (Photo: VNA)As a result, Cong won a bronze medal. Meanwhile, the silver medal went to Al-Sudani Muslim, and the gold in this category event was claimed by Paralympic champion Omar Qarada of Jordan who successfully lifted 182kg. As of 12:30 p.m. on October 23, Vietnam ranked 13th in the medal ranking at the event.

Source: Viet Nam News October 23, 2023 10:20 UTC