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Ageing Rafa on entry list for US Open
Sports, Published on 18/07/2024
» NEW YORK - Four-time champion Rafael Nadal is among those on the main draw entry lists for the 2024 US Open after missing the tennis showcase for three of the past four years.
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.
Riveting play as golf leaves its mark in Tokyo 2020
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 18/08/2021
» A throwaway comment by Rory McIlroy after he missed out on a bronze medal was worth its weight in gold as golf's much talked-about acceptance in the Olympic Games was reinforced following two glorious weeks at Tokyo 2020 which ended on Aug 8.
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.
Perfect turn will ensure better shots
Sports, Brett Brasier, Published on 20/09/2020
» To make the cut at the Safeway Open last week, you would have had to have played five-under for your first two rounds.
Suzuki Cup put off over coronavirus
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 31/07/2020
» The Asean Football Federation on Thursday announced that the 2020 AFF Suzuki Cup will not be held this year because of Covid-19, ending the suspense shrouding the future of the regional championship scheduled for November-December.
WBC hails heroes outside of the ring
Sports, Published on 25/05/2020
» The World Boxing Council honoured three Thais with the WBC Heroes of Humanity awards at a ceremony in Bangkok on Saturday night.
A football fan's place is not on pitch
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 16/03/2019
» When I watched Reading at Elm Park as a kid back in pre-historic times, a few minutes before the final whistle, over the public address system would come the stern message: "Please don't run on the pitch after the match." Of course as soon as the final whistle sounded, dozens of kids would run onto the pitch, for the simple reason they had just been told not to.
Embarrassing mutiny between the sticks
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 02/03/2019
» On what had been a stupefying "Super Sunday" which produced two high profile bore draws, Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga at least livened up proceedings at Wembley by refusing to be substituted in the League Cup final against Manchester City.