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Thai Wheelchair Fencing Legend Saenee Jana Targets Triple Gold at Asian Para Games
At 52, Thai wheelchair fencing icon Saenee Jana prepares to compete in nine events at the upcoming 5th Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan.
According to Khaosod Online, 52-year-old Thai wheelchair fencing star Saenee Jana is gearing up for the 5th Asian Para Games, scheduled to take place from October 18 to 24, 2026, in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Saenee, a veteran athlete, has set an ambitious goal of securing three individual gold medals during the competition.
To prepare for the games, Saenee has been training at the National Paralympic Training Center in Suphan Buri under the guidance of the Sports Association for the Disabled of Thailand and the Sports Authority of Thailand. She is slated to compete in a total of nine different events. While acknowledging that her age presents physical challenges, Saenee emphasizes that her rigorous athletic discipline remains the cornerstone of her preparation.
For residents and visitors interested in Thai sports culture, Saenee’s participation highlights the country’s ongoing commitment to supporting elite para-athletes on the international stage. Her performance will be a focal point for Thai sports fans during the October event. While her dedication and training regimen are confirmed, the final outcome of her nine-event campaign remains to be seen when the games commence in Japan this autumn.