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Kim Phung takes silver at 2012 Asian U20 Chess Championships | Look At Vietnam

Kim Phung takes silver at 2012 Asian U20 Chess Championships

June 13, 2012

Vietnamese chess player Vo Thi Kim Phung won a silver medal in the women’s category of the Asian Junior U20 Chess Tournament 2012, which was held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from May 29 to June 9.

After nine rounds, Kim Phung and India’s Pujari Rucha had both secured 6.5 points but the Vietnamese chess master earned the silver medal thanks to her better difference in other indications.
Indian chess player Ivana Maria Furtado won the gold medal with a total of 7.5 points, while another Vietnamese player, Hoang Thi Nhu Y, came in at fourth place with 6 points.
This is Kim Phung’s second medal for this tournament after being crowned champion in 2010.
The Asian Junior U20 Chess Championship drew the participation of 31 male and 23 female players from eight countries and territories including Afghanistan, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan and Vietnam.
Nhan Dan/TTVN
Kim Phung takes silver at 2012 Asian U20 Chess Championships | Look At Vietnam

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Tips on Travel to Vietnam

It's always warm in Southeast Asia apart from high mountains, so leave the heavy clothing at home. Cotton and breathable fabrics are always better than synthetics -- although cotton does wrinkle a lot when traveling! December through April is roughly the dry season in that region, although it can still rain a little. December is a good time to go in terms of temperature -- cooler than in the humid summertime. Either way, wearing more clothing (shirt sleeves and long pants) is always more respectful towards the Asian culture, especially when visiting temples and rural areas.