Hoàng Sao and the Vietnamese players started like a dream at the World Championship by easily defeating the Netherlands 3-0.
The Vietnam team had an incredibly impressive debut at the Predator WPA Teams 10-Ball World Championship 2026, overwhelming the Netherlands 3-0 in Winner Round 1. This convincing victory in the opening match not only provided a significant competitive advantage but also boosted the confidence of the Vietnamese players on their journey to conquer the global stage.
Right after winning the Premier League Pool championship, Dương Quốc Hoàng headed to Las Vegas, USA, to join teammates Bùi Xuân Vàng and Phạm Phương Nam in representing Team Vietnam at the Predator WPA Teams 10-Ball World Championship 2026.
This is the World Championship for the 10-ball team event, gathering the strongest billiards nations worldwide. The tournament runs from February 24 to 27, 2026, featuring 10-ball pool team matches (combining singles and mixed doubles). On February 25, Vietnam faced the Netherlands in the opening match.
During the match held in Las Vegas, the three Vietnamese representatives displayed high-level performance, excellent teamwork, and composure under the pressure of this prestigious international competition.
In the opening set, all three Vietnamese players started confidently. Precise shots, smart tactics, and smooth turn exchanges allowed the team to quickly dominate the game. The 4-1 score clearly showed Vietnam's superiority over the European opponents.
In the second set, the close teammates Dương Quốc Hoàng and Phạm Phương Nam experienced tense moments. After a thrilling back-and-forth, the Vietnamese duo showed timely resilience to win 4-3, pushing the overall score to 2-0.
The final set saw a notable lineup change. The team’s strongest player stepped aside to rest after consecutive tournaments, letting two juniors take the stage. Nevertheless, Dương Quốc Hoàng and Phạm Phương Nam did not disappoint their senior and fans. With confident and effective play, the pair sealed the match with a convincing 4-1 win, finalizing the overall score at 3-0 for Vietnam.
The Vietnam team defeated the Netherlands decisively 3-0 in Winner Round 1 – Photo by Vietnam Billiards Promotion.
Challenges lie ahead
The 3-0 win over the Netherlands gives the Golden Star warriors a smooth path in the winner’s bracket. However, the road ahead remains tough as all opponents have balanced squads and extensive international experience.
Still, this perfect start has boosted the confidence of Vietnamese fans. With strong form, team unity, and solid competitive spirit, Hoàng Sao, Xuân Vàng, and Nam Phạm are proving they have what it takes to make a historic run at this year’s World Championship.
The Predator WPA Teams 10-Ball World Championship 2026 is held in Las Vegas, featuring 24 national teams and a total prize pool of $300,000. The tournament uses the 10-ball format with matches played in sets, race to 4, win by break.
Each team consists of 3 to 5 players, with 3 players competing per round: 2 of the same gender and 1 of the opposite gender.
The match structure includes:Set 3 – Mixed doubles: 1 male and 1 female player, race to 4;Set 5 – Penalty in case the two teams are tied.
This format requires teams not only to have outstanding individuals but also strategic planning, seamless coordination among members, and the ability to adapt flexibly to each situation.
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