Female billiards players compete in two contrasting events, hot girl group gathers to compete at "World Cup bi-a VN"

At the 2026 World Cup bi-a VN, female billiards players drew attention by competing in two contrasting disciplines at once. Bùi Xuân Vàng, the reigning national pool champion, participated in both carom 3-cushion and pool. She won her carom group match 22-21 and then moved to pool. Nguyễn Đức Yến Sinh, the Asian and national champion, dominated her carom opener with a 25-9 victory. Huỳnh Hoa, a 2026-born debutant, competed strongly despite a narrow loss to Lê Thị Ngọc Huệ. Other players like Nguyễn Thị Liên and Nguyễn Thị Bích Trâm also competed. The "hot girl" group generated significant media and audience interest, blending athletic skill with visual appeal to boost the event's visibility. Over 300 athletes participated across four events in Ho Chi Minh City. Bùi Xuân Vàng's carom group C match against Nguyễn Ngọc Phương Anh on September 9, 2026, set the stage for her pool focus. Post-match, Huỳnh Hoa said she would return to future events, and players noted the new skills learned from switching disciplines. The 2026 edition highlighted Vietnam's growing women's billiards scene as a stepping stone to international competition. Nguyễn Đức Yến Sinh maintained strong form, while Bùi Xuân Vàng balanced both events effectively. The tournament concluded on September 11, 2026, building momentum for bigger goals.