The incident occurred when the team's competition equipment, including bicycles and sports equipment, was being transported from Bangkok to Phitsanulok (Thailand).
The fire burned all the bicycles of many Vietnamese athletes, greatly affecting the team's preparation for the 2025 Asian Road Cycling Championship.
Immediately after the incident was reported, the Vietnam Cycling - Sports Motorcycle Federation (VCF), Thai Cycling Federation (TCA) and Asian Cycling Federation quickly held a meeting to discuss solutions.
As a result, Thailand agreed to compensate the 31 bicycles for the Vietnam team. These compensation cars will be selected to comply with the technical requirements provided by athletes.
Thailand has pledged to provide used cars that are still in good condition, similar to previously burned cars. However, in case they cannot find a suitable car, Thailand will make a new purchase and supply it to the Vietnam team. According to VCF, most of the compensation vehicles will be new.
Immediately after the Asian Championship ended, 5 new cars were sent to the Vietnam cycling team.
In particular, the bicycle dedicated to female number one driver Nguyen Thi That has been provided by Thailand, completely matching the specifications she requested.
According to VCF, it is expected that in February, 6-7 more bicycles will be delivered to Vietnam when athletes participate in the International Cycling Championship in Binh Duong.
Thailand will complete compensation for all remaining vehicles in March, after completing procedures to buy new vehicles.
