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Thailand Hosts First Poker Tournament Demonstration to Boost Economy

Bangkok: The grand opening of Thailand’s first poker demonstration competition is set to invigorate the economy, potentially generating tens of billions of baht annually. Mr. Kritsada Tantherdtit, Secretary to the Minister of Tourism and Sports, inaugurated the event at the WPT Prime Thailand Exhibition 2025, held at the Emsphere Shopping Mall in Bangkok. The ceremony was graced by Police Major

Thailand Clinches 36th World Sepak Takraw Championship Title

Songkhla: The Thai national men’s sepak takraw team emerged victorious at the 36th world championship, showcasing their dominance in the sport. Held at the 2025 Takraw World Championship, the 38th King’s Cup, this prestigious event took place at the Central Hat Yai Shopping Mall in Songkhla Province, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of 1,600 sports fans who filled the stadium to

Bangpoo Subdistrict Municipality Launches 3×3 Basketball Competition for 2025 Fiscal Year

Bangpoo: The Bangpoo Subdistrict Municipality is organizing a 3×3 basketball competition for the fiscal year 2025, inviting participants to apply until July 31, 2025. The initiative aims to promote exercise and basketball in the community and enhance sports skills to meet established standards. According to Thai News Agency, applications for the competition are being accepted from today until July 31,

Minister of Tourism Visits and Encourages Evacuees in Buriram

Buriram: The Minister of Tourism visited and gave encouragement to the evacuees from the clashes between Thailand and Cambodia in Ban Kruat District and Lahan Sai District, Buriram Province, preparing to overthrow Cambodia and prevent it from participating in the 33rd SEA Games, which Thailand will host. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports,

Thai Women’s Taekwondo Team Clinches Bronze at World University Games

Berlin: The Thai women’s taekwondo team faced a challenging competition at the 32nd World University Games in Germany, securing a bronze medal after falling to the Chinese team. The event concluded with the Thai team, comprising Sasikarn Thongjan, Piyachatritai Chariwan, and Orrawan Rasameeprapa, initially defeating Uzbekistan and Taiwan in the early rounds. However, they encountered a setback against China in

‘War Elephants’ Undergo Intensive Training Ahead of Semi-Finals Against Indonesia

Jakarta: The Thai national under-23 football team, known as the ‘War Elephants’, is undergoing rigorous training as they prepare to face host Indonesia in the semi-finals of the ASEAN Championship. Scheduled for July 25 at 8:00 p.m., the crucial match will take place at the Gelora Bung Karno training field. According to Thai News Agency, “Coach Wang” Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul is

Muay Thai Celebrates Triumph as It Joins 2027 Military World Games

Bangkok: Joy and celebration marked the atmosphere as Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports, and Dr. Sutin Khlangsaeng, President of the Military Sports Promotion Association (Thailand), hosted a celebratory event for the Muay Thai athletes from Thailand’s armed forces. The athletes recently showcased exceptional skill at the 1st Military Muay Thai World Games held in Thailand, which also marked

Thai Athletes Shine at World University Games with Advancements and Medals

Berlin: “Bew” Phuripol Boonson has successfully advanced to the semi-finals of the men’s 100-meter race at the World University Games held in Germany. Meanwhile, “Baitei” Sasikarn Thongchan secured a bronze medal in the women’s 62-kg Taekwondo category. According to Thai News Agency, the 32nd World University Games witnessed a thrilling first day of athletics competition. In the men’s 100m qualifying

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