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Sports leaders rue Patama's decision to quit NOCT race
Sports, Published on 24/03/2025
» Prominent figures in Thai sports have expressed disappointment over Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul's decision not to run for the presidency of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand (NOCT), citing her strong qualifications and significant contributions to Thai and international sports.
SAT chief offers apology for cancellation of Games
Sports, Published on 24/08/2024
» Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand Dr Gongsak Yodmani apologised to 38 sports associations yesterday after the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (Aimag) were cancelled on Monday.
Thailand to host Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games
Sports, Published on 16/08/2024
» President of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand, Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, confirmed Thailand will host the sixth Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (Aimag) in November.
Kingdom's hosting rights hang in balance
Sports, Published on 14/08/2024
» The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is scheduled to rule on the fate of Thailand's right to host this year's Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games on Thursday without representatives from the host nation being invited to the meeting.
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.
Controversies mar China's record
Sports, Bangkok Post and REUTERS, Published on 11/10/2023
» HANGZHOU: With no major security incidents and a record gold medal haul for their athletes, China will regard the 19th Asian Games, which ended on Sunday, as a soft power triumph that ticked a number of political, sporting and operational boxes for the hosts.
Chinese hope to lay a marker
Sports, Published on 23/09/2023
» HANGZHOU: After a year's delay due to Covid-19, the 19th Asian Games officially open on Saturday with hosts China eager to lift a country mired in economic gloom and athletes hoping to lay a marker before next year's Paris Olympics.
Thais to boycott Kun Khmer
Sports, Published on 26/01/2023
» Thailand will boycott a kickboxing event at the SEA Games in Cambodia in May, officials said, in a row with the hosts over what to call the sport.
Muay Thai moves closer to becoming Games sport
Sports, Published on 21/07/2021
» Muay Thai and its global governing body have been fully recognised by the International Olympic Committee, IOC member Patama Leeswadtrakul said on Tuesday.
Indoor and Martial Arts Games moved
Sports, Published on 12/05/2021
» The cabinet yesterday approved the postponement of the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (AIMAG) due to the Covid-19 pandemic, deputy government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul said.