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12-Year-Old Freya Brown Finishes 11th in Asian Games Skateboarding
Thai skateboarder Sariya 'Freya' Brown concluded her Asian Games debut in 11th place, missing the final round.
On September 24, 2026, 12-year-old Sariya 'Freya' Brown represented Thailand in the women's park skateboarding qualifying round at the 20th Asian Games. According to Khaosod Online, Brown scored 41.76 points, placing her 11th overall and preventing her from advancing to the next stage of the competition.
Despite the early exit, Thai national team head coach Kenny Reed praised her performance, noting that she successfully executed her planned run. Reed highlighted that this event served as a significant milestone for Brown, who was the youngest athlete in the competition. He emphasized that her participation against world-class competitors—including Olympic and World Tour veterans—was a valuable experience for her long-term development and future Olympic aspirations.
For residents and visitors following Thailand's sporting progress, this result marks a notable step for the young athlete on the continental stage. While her journey in this specific tournament has concluded, her performance is viewed by team officials as a foundational moment in her career. No further details regarding her upcoming competition schedule have been confirmed at this time.