Thai National Youth Muay Thai Team Granted Audience with the King and Queen, Receives Royal Encouragement Before World Championship in Greece - Thairath English
The Thai national youth Muay Thai team was granted an audience with the King and Queen and received royal encouragement before competing in the World Championship in Greece.
At 18:32 on 5 November, His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen proceeded to Amphorn Sathan Throne Hall, Dusit Palace, granting the royal opportunity for Mr. Sakchai Tapsuwan, President of the Muay Thai Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage, to lead the national youth Muay Thai team, association executives, officials, and coaches to pay respects and receive royal guidance for auspiciousness before traveling to participate in the "IFMA Youth World Championships 2026" from 6 to 16 November 2026 in Olympia, Greece.
The "IFMA Youth World Championships 2026" will be held from 6 to 16 November 2026 by the International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA). The competition is divided into two categories: fighting and cultural arts. This international youth Muay Thai event draws athletes and officials from countries worldwide. Besides developing Thai youth athletes to international standards, the event provides an opportunity to showcase Muay Thai skills and promote Thai martial arts and culture as a unique national identity on the global stage.
The Thai delegation traveling to Greece includes officials, coaching staff, and athletes led by Mr. Chatchai Leng-yi, head of delegation; Mr. Siam Suwanrat, deputy head; Major General Niran Punnotok, team manager; Ms. Supanida Adisa, assistant team manager; Wing Commander Boonsong Nuanyong, head coach; Second Lieutenant Theerawat Yiyuyim, assistant head coach; and coaches Mr. Chatchai Chanthahan, Mr. Patavee Phansawat, Mr. Mongkol Laosungnoen, Mr. Prettawat Somthisong, Ms. Tharnthip Chimpal, and Ms. Kesinee Thapthai.
The 29 athletes include: Boys under 14 years – Wanchana Onphetkhong (36 kg), Kantkawi Daengsupha (38 kg), Theeraphat Phumiueang (40 kg), Krisanaphat Komkham (42 kg); Boys under 16 years – Thanakorn Meengern (42 kg), Kittiyos Saensri (45 kg), Twit Sriwiset (48 kg), Kattanakit Pedthong (51 kg); Boys under 18 years – Monthon Juanrung (45 kg), Thanarat Buamat (48 kg), Anucha Pairor (51 kg), Suwatch Kongsawat (54 kg), Pannathat Lakpitak (57 kg).
Girls under 14 years – Pratchyaporn Nakphan (36 kg), Wanida Sahatsanon (38 kg), Pandita Phetkhum (40 kg), Kanokporn Chanunan (48 kg), Phattharida Piakaew (51 kg); Girls under 16 years – Sudarat Amornjanyapan (45 kg), Panrat Yusengiam (48 kg), Punyisa Pincharoen (51 kg); Girls under 18 years – Natthida Kanburi (45 kg), Kwanchanok Anoma (48 kg).
Wai Khru performers include males: under 14 years – Pakin Chuenchoo; under 16 years – Kiatkan Praneetpolkrang; under 18 years – Phetarat Praneetpolkrang; females: under 14 years – Bowornrat Subsomboon; under 16 years – Napa Chaisorn Phatsathienchai; under 18 years – Warinrampai Wonmanee.
Dr. Sakchai Tapsuwan, President of the Association and Chairman of IFMA, expressed profound gratitude for the immense royal kindness bestowed by His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Phatcharasuthaphimol, granting the Muay Thai Association of Thailand's executive committee, officials, team managers, coaching staff, and youth national team athletes a royal audience to receive guidance before departing for Greece to compete in the 2026 IFMA Youth World Championships from 6 to 16 November 2026 in Olympia, Greece. This royal audience greatly boosts the morale of the Thai Muay Thai athletes. The team has been training continuously since selection through the Thai Championship, and there is confidence that this team will bring honor to Thailand. Beyond competition, the youth athletes from around the world will also have the opportunity to learn and exchange cultures together.
