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Thai Women’s Volleyball Team Receives Royal Recognition After Historic Victory
The Thai women's national volleyball team was honored with royal gifts following their fourth Asian Championship title and historic Olympic qualification.
On September 3, 2026, the Thai women’s national volleyball team received royal gifts, including flower vases and commemorative bags, from His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the ceremony took place at Mono Stadium in Nonthaburi, where Air Chief Marshal Pratchaya Phromburam presided over the presentation on behalf of the Royal Project for Sports Development.
This gesture serves as a tribute to the team’s recent success in winning the 2026 AVC Women’s Volleyball Continental Championship for the fourth time. Notably, this victory secured Thailand’s first-ever qualification for the Olympic Games, which are scheduled to be held in Los Angeles in 2028. The achievement has been widely celebrated across the country as a significant milestone for Thai professional sports.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the high level of national pride surrounding the team’s performance. The recognition underscores the growing prominence of volleyball in Thailand’s sporting culture. While the team has been honored for their continental success, they are now preparing for their next challenge at the upcoming Asian Games in Nagoya. Details regarding the specific schedule for the Asian Games or further celebratory events for the team remain to be confirmed by the Thailand Volleyball Association.