Thai Parasailors Triumph at South East Asian Championship,
Bringing Home Gold and Bronze
Bangkok, Thailand – In an extraordinary display of skill and determination, Thailand’s elite parasailors from Disabled Sailing Thailand have clinched a gold medal and a bronze medal at the prestigious South East Asian Parasailing Championship held in Hong Kong. Parasailing is an adapted form of sailing designed for athletes with physical disabilities.
The four-day championship featured sailors from Hong Kong, China, Mainland China, Macau, Thailand, Nepal, Jordan, New Zealand, and the Philippines competing in challenging waters around Hong Kong.
The victorious Thai team comprised esteemed athletes Thitapa Saelim, and Supakit Duangngern (coach), won Gold in the 303 Double Class. This was closely followed by Boonkoed Ratchaporn and Edward Hart, who secured bronze in the 303 Double Class.
Their remarkable achievement not only places Thailand on the international parasailing map but also highlights the athletes’ adaptability and skill, as they normally train on different types of boats in Phuket.
“Winning gold and bronze at this championship is a dream come true,” said Peter Jacops, the founder of Disabled Sailing Thailand. “The competition was tough, but our training and determination paid off. We’re proud to have sent Thai athletes on this Asian stage.”
This significant success was made possible through the generous support of individual donors and corporate sponsors to Sailability Phuket, an officially registered foundation crucial in funding
Phuket’s parasailors. By providing resources for training, equipment maintenance, and participation in international regattas, Sailability Phuket ensures that the sailors are competition-ready and equipped to succeed globally.
Santi Tantrongtrongw, President of Sailability Phuket, expressed immense pride in the team’s accomplishments. “This victory is not just for Disabled Sailing Thailand but for the entire nation. It underscores the potential of parasailing as a competitive sport and, we hope, paves the way for its
recognition and support by sports authorities,” he stated.
Disabled Sailing Thailand, affiliated with the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand, is dedicated to promoting inclusive sailing, offering free access to anyone with a physical disability.
The organization’s commitment to inclusivity and excellence in sport has now been internationally recognized, with hopes that these achievements will encourage further support and recognition of
parasailing as an official sport.
For more information, donations or volunteering with Sailability Phuket, please contact:
Kimmy Upatising
+66 86 155 5151
sailabilityphuketfoundation (@) gmail.com
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