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Thai Boxers Compete at 2026 Asian Games in Japan
Janjaem Suwannapheng advances while Jutamas Jitpong exits in the opening rounds of the women's boxing tournament at the 2026 Asian Games.
On September 24, 2026, Thai female boxers participated in the opening rounds of the 2026 Asian Games held at the Nishio Gymnasium in Nishio, Japan.
In the 51kg category, Jutamas Jitpong, a silver medalist from the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, faced Feruza Kazakova of Uzbekistan. Despite an aggressive start, the 33-year-old Thai boxer struggled against her younger opponent's reach and counter-punching strategy. Jutamas ultimately lost by a unanimous 0-5 decision, resulting in her elimination from the tournament.
Conversely, in the 65kg category, Olympic bronze medalist Janjaem Suwannapheng secured a victory in her round of 16 match, demonstrating superior form against her Vietnamese opponent.
For residents and visitors in Japan, these events highlight the ongoing high-level athletic competition taking place in the Aichi Prefecture region. While Janjaem continues her pursuit of a medal, the tournament schedule remains subject to change based on further match outcomes. Fans are encouraged to monitor official Asian Games bulletins for updated brackets and upcoming bout times as the competition progresses.