On March 15, voters nationwide participated in the election of National Assembly deputies of the 16th term and People's Council deputies at all levels for the 2026-2031 term.
In Hanoi city, many coaches and athletes from the National High-Level Sports Training Center participated in voting at polling station No. 10, Xuan Phuong ward.
The listing and summary biographies of candidates are made public before the election day, helping athletes have time to learn and consider before exercising their citizenship rights.
Coach Truong Minh Sang - Vietnamese gymnastics team - said that every election he proactively researches information about candidates.
I always choose people that I feel trust in, who are dedicated and capable in their work. This is a very meaningful day, clearly demonstrating the people's right to mastery," Mr. Sang emphasized.
Athletes at the center said that although they are in the training and preparation stage for professional tasks, everyone still proactively arranges time to participate in voting according to regulations.
In the South, teams gathering at the National Sports Training Center are also participating in elections in Linh Xuan ward, Ho Chi Minh City. The organization at polling stations is implemented in accordance with procedures, ensuring favorable conditions for athletes to fulfill their civic obligations.
In the field of football, many professional players also participated in the election on March 15. In Hanoi, midfielder Do Hoang Hen was present early at polling station No. 22, Tu Liem ward to exercise the right to vote. This is the first time the player born in 1994 has participated in voting after officially becoming a Vietnamese citizen in October 2025.
Hoang Hen shared: "I am very happy and proud to be a part of this event. I feel that I have fulfilled my responsibility as a Vietnamese citizen. I know this is an important day for everyone. I love the country and people of Vietnam, so for me, this is also a great day.
On the same day, players of The Cong Viettel club also participated in the election at the polling station located at the Political Officer School. Some players preparing to play in round 16 of the V.League 2025-2026 exercised their voting rights at their accommodation before entering the field.
Player Khuat Van Khang said: "This is the 2nd time I have gone to the polls. I have carefully read the list of candidates listed right at the unit. With each ballot, I understand that this is the hope of a citizen like me placed in the development of the country.
