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Thai Esports Athletes Shine at Ayutthaya International Championship
Thai players secured top honors in eFootball Mobile and Street Fighter 6 at the ESPORTS CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 in Ayutthaya.
On August 16, 2026, the ESPORTS CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 @AYUTTHAYA concluded at The Hall Convention Center in Ayutthaya City Park, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the event featured a total prize pool of 500,000 baht and highlighted the growing prominence of local talent in the international gaming scene.
In the eFootball Mobile category, Purachet Phromsurin, known by his professional handle 'CRM_CHEFSAMU', claimed the championship title after defeating fellow Thai competitor Teerat Limpraphat in the grand finals. Additionally, 17-year-old Street Fighter 6 rising star Pasit Phuttima, competing as 'MCB.Ayane', secured a third-place finish.
For residents and visitors, this event underscores Ayutthaya’s increasing role as a hub for modern entertainment and digital sports, moving beyond its traditional historical tourism profile. The success of these young athletes reflects the expanding professional esports infrastructure within Thailand. While the tournament successfully showcased local talent on an international stage, details regarding future iterations of this specific championship or potential long-term training programs for these athletes remain to be confirmed by the organizers.