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Thai Weightlifter Surodchana Khambao Wins Bronze at 2026 Asian Games
Thai athlete Surodchana Khambao secured a bronze medal in the women's 53kg weightlifting event at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.
On September 23, 2026, Thai weightlifter Surodchana Khambao, a bronze medalist from the 2024 Paris Olympics, added another achievement to her career by winning a bronze medal at the 20th Asian Games held at Fukiage Hall in Nagoya, Japan.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, Surodchana competed in the women's 53kg category. She successfully lifted 95 kilograms in the snatch and 119 kilograms in the clean and jerk, resulting in a total weight of 214 kilograms. The gold medal in this category was claimed by Kang Hyon-gyong from North Korea, who set a new Asian Games record and matched the world record with a 99-kilogram snatch.
For residents and visitors interested in sports, this event highlights the ongoing success of Thai athletes on the international stage. The performance of Surodchana continues to draw attention to Thailand's competitive presence in global weightlifting. While the results for this specific weight class are confirmed, fans of the sport may look forward to further updates regarding the remaining weightlifting categories scheduled throughout the duration of the Asian Games in Nagoya. No further details regarding the athlete's immediate post-competition schedule have been released at this time.