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107-Year-Old Thai Athlete Wins Second Gold at World Masters Championships
Sawang Janpram, a 107-year-old Thai athlete, secured his second gold medal at the 2026 World Masters Athletics Championships in Daegu, South Korea.
At the 2026 World Masters Athletics Championships held in Daegu, South Korea, 107-year-old Thai athlete Sawang Janpram has achieved a remarkable milestone. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, Sawang previously secured a gold medal and set a new world record in the discus throw. He has now added a second gold medal to his collection after competing in the javelin throw for the 100-and-over age category.
As the sole competitor in his specific age bracket for the javelin event, Sawang recorded a distance of 10.04 meters to claim victory. Following his performance, the Mayor of Daegu presented him with a special award recognizing him as the oldest athlete in the world. Thailand has sent a delegation of 48 athletes to this global competition, which is currently approaching its final stages.
For residents and visitors in Thailand, this achievement highlights the country's active participation in international senior sports and serves as an inspiring example of longevity and physical engagement. While Sawang’s status as the world’s oldest athlete has been formally acknowledged by the Daegu municipal authorities, observers may look forward to further updates regarding the final medal tally for the Thai delegation as the championships conclude.