31st South East Asian Games

[acroman08]

the 31st South East Asian Games is currently ongoing and being held in Hanoi, Vietnam. just like before, 11 countries will participate and compete in the multi-sporting event.

here are the list of countries that will participate and the number of athletes that have been sent to compete in the 31st SEA Games

Vietnam (965)		Brunei (24)		Cambodia (560)		Indonesia (499)		Laos (363)		Malaysia (612)
Philippines(656)		Singapore (476)		Thailand (888)		Myanmar (352)		Timor-Leste(69)

(source)

here is the current Medal tally (source)


Based on the athletes per country and the home advantage it is safe to say that Vietnam would most likely take the most gold, but who knows perhaps other countries would be able to surpass Vietnam.

if you are curious about the 30th SEA games thread here in the forum, here's the link 30th South East Asian Games

[livingfree]

I should congratulate Vietnam in advance.

As they're the host of this 31st SEA games, they're also showing that they're not just a host but the top to take a lot of medals. What I'm always looking on this event is Timor Leste.

There's really a need for them to invest more to their athletes and trainers. But I know someday that they'll be up from the bottom.

[roslinpl]

In you list, some of the Asian country was not visible. May I know what is the reason behind it. India was from the Asain nation and not visible on the list. The list also skip the Bangladesh for the same. In this China, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia was the region will top the table. The rest of the Nation will play and doesn't top the table at any moment. Their will be enough strategy can be used by the more determined teams.

[romero121]

In you list, some of the Asian country was not visible. May I know what is the reason behind it. India was from the Asain nation and not visible on the list. The list also skip the Bangladesh for the same. In this China, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia was the region will top the table.The rest of the Nation will play and doesn't top the table at any moment. Their will be enough strategy can be used by the more determined teams.

Be clear, it is South East Asian countries. It includes those eleven countries mentioned. Vietnam have got the highest number of participants, followed by Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia. The games are scheduled to take place in 12 days. Two days passed, more ten days left which can make changes in the medals table. Last time it was philippines to win the overall champion.

[NewRanger]

In you list, some of the Asian country was not visible. May I know what is the reason behind it. India was from the Asain nation and not visible on the list. The list also skip the Bangladesh for the same. In this China, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia was the region will top the table.The rest of the Nation will play and doesn't top the table at any moment. Their will be enough strategy can be used by the more determined teams.

this event only for south east countries on list above. it is regular event that help by each 2 years with host will changes. maybe if China included in South East country they will be the winner and none of them could beat China. Usually based on history, host will be the champion because they could decided which sport included in event and which is not. so they may only take sport that could be their medal barn

[crzy]

There’s a lot good players for this 31st SEA games, and the depending champion are also there so this can be an exciting one as well. Usually the host players are the one who are winning the gold tally, so for this Vietnam really have the advantage here but of course other countries can also have that chance. Vietnam add some sports, that could be a big challenge for other countries.

[Maslate]

Is this event available on our favorite sportsbooks?

I heard that it's ongoing and I see some news about some of our participants and winning medals already but I have not yet put a bet on this event. Anyone has tried betting already? and what platform are you using for your bets?

[acroman08]

Is this event available on our favorite sportsbooks?

not sure what's your favorite sportsbook but I checked stake.com and they have posted odds for men's and women's volleyball. I also, checked sportsbet.io but didn't get a result when I search for "SEA games" on their website.

Men's Volleyball
the Philippines(1.03) vs Cambodia (9.20)
Vietnam(1.02) vs. Malaysia(10.00)

Women's Volleyball
Thailand(1.04) vs The Philippines(8.60)

[goinmerry]

Actually, the country host is always on top in South East Asia based on what I remembered.

I feel sorry myself that I didn't put focus on this event since our country just came from a hot trend which is National Elections that's why I even didn't see media outlets covering this event in a hard exposure.

Is there are open betting on this event? Regardless, I'm not expecting PH to have good odds on my preferred sports.

[agustina2]

I don't know SEAGAMES are already taking place. Look at those medal tallies, there are more rewarded medals now. I'm so busy with other news and this is the first time I didn't see the main highlights of the said event. Even browsing my Facebook, no feeds about it from any sources. We know in an event like this, it should have a related post in our feeds.

My country is PH and I'm sure others have the same experience as me. Maybe because of those hot topics here recently that's why not much exposure in the event where our country is one of the best here. The thanksgiving party of the losing candidate here is most highlights yesterday compare to SEAGAMES-related news (trigger warning).

[Bttzed03]

Actually, the country host is always on top in South East Asia based on what I remembered.

It's not always the case. For example, Singapore has hosted this event on more than one occasion but they never won. Host countries have the advantage because they're allowed to pick the sports they are strong at but topping the tournament still depends on  their athletes. The total number of delegates sent to participate also plays a big role to the results.

[Kemarit]

Actually, the country host is always on top in South East Asia based on what I remembered.

It's not always the case. For example, Singapore has hosted this event on more than one occasion but they never won. Host countries have the advantage because they're allowed to pick the sports they are strong at but topping the tournament still depends on  their athletes. The total number of delegates sent to participate also plays a big role to the results.

True, but if I'm not mistaken, Singapore when they hosted didn't put a lot of athletes as compare to other nations who hosted it wherein they have all entered every sports discipline and even have one more athletes/teams in an sport event.

And just like any other sports, the host country has all the advantage in this kind of setup. So most probably they will win the most medals. So it will just be a battle of 2nd-4th places.

[rodskee]

I am waiting for Cycling competition in which Mountain Bikes specifically because My Cousin will be competing and there is a Big chance of Her winning a Gold in this competition .

I may congratulate Vietnam for the advantage , But I will wait for the final result , as I bet with a friend in which county will be the first second and third meaning we gamble for this SEA Games.

[cabron]

In you list, some of the Asian country was not visible. May I know what is the reason behind it. India was from the Asain nation and not visible on the list. The list also skip the Bangladesh for the same. In this China, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia was the region will top the table.The rest of the Nation will play and doesn't top the table at any moment. Their will be enough strategy can be used by the more determined teams.

this event only for south east countries on list above. it is regular event that help by each 2 years with host will changes. maybe if China included in South East country they will be the winner and none of them could beat China. Usually based on history, host will be the champion because they could decided which sport included in event and which is not. so they may only take sport that could be their medal barn

If China is part of it, they'd be more dominant and could grab all the gold. Chinese Athletes are very much incentivized by China so they really are up to compete.  You will noticed that in every Olympics Chinese athletes are always going to be making lots of gold. Actually, also Russia.

Vietnam athletes trained in  the grounds where the actual competition is like a homecourt, they'd got the high probability of winning.

[asus09]

The 31st Asian Games became entertainment for Southeast Asia, I was more focused on watching football matches, last night Indonesia managed to beat the Philippines with a landslide score of 4-0, and became the leader of Group A, played 3 times, won 2 times and lost once, Indonesia's chances To be able to qualify for the semifinals, it will be determined in the next match when they meet Myanmar, if Indonesia wins it can be confirmed that Indonesia can qualify for the semifinals of the sea games, if Indonesia loses they will most likely be eliminated.

[Davidvictorson]

I am waiting for Cycling competition in which Mountain Bikes specifically because My Cousin will be competing and there is a Big chance of Her winning a Gold in this competition .

I may congratulate Vietnam for the advantage , But I will wait for the final result , as I bet with a friend in which county will be the first second and third meaning we gamble for this SEA Games.

Excellent, I can't wait. I love cycling. I am particularly interested in the track and field competition and also swimming. As at the time of writing this, Vietnam has 25 gold, 13 silver and 23 bronze medals. Malaysia has 11 gold, 5 silver and 13 bronze medals while Indonesia has 7 gold, 9 silver and 2 bronze medals. And the Philippines 6 gold, 12 silver and 12 bronze medals. So far, Vietnam has won the most medals, followed by Malaysia and then Indonesia.  In 2019, the Philippines had the most gold medal. Are we going to see a repeat of that in this year's games?

[dothebeats]

I should congratulate Vietnam in advance.

As they're the host of this 31st SEA games, they're also showing that they're not just a host but the top to take a lot of medals. What I'm always looking on this event is Timor Leste.

There's really a need for them to invest more to their athletes and trainers. But I know someday that they'll be up from the bottom.

If that's the only focus of their administration, they can certainly ramp up the budget for their athletes. But Timor-Leste is one of the poorest countries in the world right now, and they cannot afford to spend on making their athletes better more than they can do with their economy. Athletes from Timor-Leste are very dedicated, no doubt,  but they could be even better if they have the budget to train with better equipment and better training program.

[Boristhecat]

I have heard that the interest of a wide audience (especially young people) is declining even for events like the Olympics, I would like to know how things are with such local competitions. Maybe the situation is reversed here? After all, it is unlikely that Vietnam can dominate so much anywhere else, so those competitions where the athletes of your country are very successful should be more attractive.

[livingfree]

I should congratulate Vietnam in advance.

As they're the host of this 31st SEA games, they're also showing that they're not just a host but the top to take a lot of medals. What I'm always looking on this event is Timor Leste.

There's really a need for them to invest more to their athletes and trainers. But I know someday that they'll be up from the bottom.

If that's the only focus of their administration, they can certainly ramp up the budget for their athletes. But Timor-Leste is one of the poorest countries in the world right now, and they cannot afford to spend on making their athletes better more than they can do with their economy. Athletes from Timor-Leste are very dedicated, no doubt,  but they could be even better if they have the budget to train with better equipment and better training program.

It's true that they're not a wealthy country and all of their athletes are dedicated. I think they're still early on it and one day they'll surely be part of those countries that are bagging every medal that is available.

That will be a game changing for them if they allocate a little bit higher budget for their athletes to have better trainings and program to achieve medals. Because it's also their economy that will benefit from it if they bag medals home.

[btc_angela]

I have heard that the interest of a wide audience (especially young people) is declining even for events like the Olympics, I would like to know how things are with such local competitions. Maybe the situation is reversed here? After all, it is unlikely that Vietnam can dominate so much anywhere else, so those competitions where the athletes of your country are very successful should be more attractive.

Good question. I think for locals, it's more of just a way to let say get a scholarship in school if you are really good in sports and maybe you can represent your country in this kind of events which I think it big in Southeast Asia. And who knows, they can eventually conquer the Olympics. So I wouldn't say that it is declining for young people, but this could be a way for them to get out of poverty.

Some countries in SEA doesn't have Olympic medals yet, so it they win in SEA games and then by chance won the first gold medal in Olympics it will be a huge honor for them and the government will shower them with money. Just like what the recent Olympic champion Diaz brought to the Philippines, winning it's first Gold medal, returning to the country as hero and then given huge sums of money by the Philippine government.