Audition's inclusion as a competitive sport at the 10th national sports festival marks a significant milestone for both the broader esports community and the casual dancing game genre. In preparation for the festival, scheduled for November in Ho Chi Minh City, VTC, in collaboration with local departments of culture and sports, organized direct qualifiers that featured intense and thrilling competitions.
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Esports Audition preliminary round in Hanoi. Photo: VTC |
The qualifiers took place simultaneously across seven cities: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Can Tho, Nha Trang, and Quang Ninh. They attracted nearly 1,000 athletes from Audition fanclubs nationwide. This substantial participation highlights Audition's enduring appeal after nearly two decades of development and signifies the growing professional competitive scene in many localities.
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Athletes filling the computer room early to prepare for matches. Photo: VTC |
The intensity of the tournament was evident from the initial rounds, as each locality competed for only one representative spot in the finals. This meant every match was crucial, compelling teams to perform at their peak.
The team competition featured Fam 3v3 in Full 8k and Del 3 modes. Against legendary Audition tracks with rapid tempos ranging from 130 to 190 BPM, athletes delivered exciting point-chasing performances for spectators. The knockout format, best-of-three (BO3) in outer rounds and best-of-five (BO5) in the final, created numerous engaging matchups, captivating a large fan community.
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Players focused during each match. Photo: VTC |
Following a day of intense competition, the top representatives from the seven localities were identified and advanced to the finals in Ho Chi Minh City. The qualifying teams are: Hanoi (Nguyen Dinh Thuan, Do Huu Anh, Nguyen Ngoc Hao), Ho Chi Minh City (Ngo Thanh Tuan, Dinh Anh Tuyet, Nguyen Do Thanh Tai), Da Nang (Huynh Van Can, Thai Nhat Quynh, Do Tran Thanh Trung), Hai Phong (Nguyen Manh Cuong, Mai Duc Long, Nguyen Dinh Chung), Can Tho (Tran Nhat Minh Hau, Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga, Phan Gia Nghi), Nha Trang (Nguyen Thanh Hung, Nguyen Tran Minh Trang, Duong Thuan Hiep), and Quang Ninh (Nguyen Nhat Truong, Doan Ngoc Khanh, Vu Ngoc Cuong).
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Portrait of the winning team representing Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: VTC |
Immediately after the qualifiers, the list of teams will be compiled and submitted to the National Sports Festival 2026 Organizing Committee. The official competition roster is expected to be announced on 28/8. These teams will then embark on a months-long preparation period, aiming to win the gold medal and establish their locality's standing in the national esports arena.
Yen Chi
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