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Patama's legacy elevates Thai badminton to new heights
Sports, Published on 21/08/2024
» The Badminton Association of Thailand, under Royal Patronage, has opened a new chapter in the sport’s history, led by its current president, Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul.
Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul: A beacon of hope and philanthropy
Sports, Published on 20/10/2023
» In the heart of Thai society, there exists a woman whose name has become synonymous with philanthropy, leadership, and unwavering dedication to societal betterment. Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul, a multifaceted personality, has woven a tapestry of compassion and commitment throughout her life. Her contributions to various sectors, from business to sports, music, education, and healthcare, have not only transformed lives but have also elevated Thailand’s global standing.
All that glitters: How the money-spinning IPL turned cricket into gold
AFP, Published on 10/05/2022
» NEW DELHI - The Indian Premier League has made millionaires out of young players, generated invaluable publicity for team owners and made the national cricket board one of the richest governing bodies in global sport.
New generation of Liverpool fans prepares for title glory
AFP, Published on 25/06/2020
» LONDON: When Liverpool were last crowned English champions, in April 1990, Margaret Thatcher was prime minister and the Premier League was two years away from its glitzy launch.
Olympic movement divided as Russia escapes blanket doping ban
AFP, Published on 25/07/2016
» LAUSANNE - International Olympic Committee's decision not to ban Russia from the Rio Games over state-run doping divided international sports leaders with the opening ceremony 12 days away.
Stokes revels in role as England death bowler
AFP, Published on 28/03/2016
» NEW DELHI - Ice-cool allrounder Ben Stokes said Monday he was revelling in his role as England's death bowler after his nerves of steel once again kept his side in the World Twenty20.
Canada coach focused on Chinese not FIFA
AFP, Published on 06/06/2015
» EDMONTON, CANADA - Coach John Herdman insisted Friday that his focus was solely on his Chinese opponents and not the scandal surrounding FIFA on the eve of the hosts' opening game at the Women's World Cup.
Horn joy of six for Golding in Vendee Globe
AFP, Published on 10/01/2013
» Britain's Mike Golding on Wednesday set a record by completing a sixth navigation of Cape Horn as he left the Pacific and headed out into the Atlantic in the solo, non-stop, round-the-world Vendee Globe yacht race.
Four flames lit on UK's highest peaks
AFP, Published on 23/08/2012
» Four Paralympic flames were lit on the highest peaks of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland ahead of next week's Games in London.