Olympic Hero Somluck Kamsing Analyzes Weerapon Jongjoho’s Asian Games Exit

Following Weerapon Jongjoho’s 0-5 defeat to a Chinese opponent in the 80kg boxing category at the 2026 Asian Games, Olympic gold medalist Somluck Kamsing has offered his analysis of the match. According to Khaosod Online, Somluck identified a critical turning point when the referee initiated a count after Weerapon was struck in the face. Somluck noted that this early count caused the boxer to lose focus and composure, ultimately impacting his performance.

Somluck explained that international amateur boxing rules allow referees to count immediately upon a clean hit, a distinction from Muay Thai regulations. Despite the early exit, Somluck maintains that Weerapon remains a top-ten talent in the 80kg division, a weight class where high-level Thai competitors are historically rare. He noted that Weerapon had recently returned from a shoulder injury and a prolonged break from competition, which may have influenced his readiness.

For residents and sports enthusiasts, this analysis highlights the technical nuances of international boxing officiating compared to local styles. While this loss is a setback, Somluck believes Weerapon has the potential to qualify for the upcoming Olympic Games. Whether Weerapon can regain his form over the next two years remains to be seen as he continues his training and recovery process.