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Thai Sprinter Puripol Boonson Competes in Asian Games 100m Semifinals
Thai athlete Puripol Boonson is set to compete in the 100m semifinals at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya today.
On September 25, 2026, Thai sprinter Puripol Boonson, 20, will compete in the men's 100-meter semifinals at the 2026 Asian Games. The event is taking place at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, Puripol enters the semifinals following a strong performance in the opening round, where he clocked a season-best time of 9.95 seconds, ranking first overall. He is scheduled to run in the first heat, lane four, starting at 17:33 local time.
For residents and visitors in Japan, this event highlights a significant moment in regional athletics. Should Puripol successfully advance from the semifinals, he will proceed to the final round later this evening. While his performance in the opening round has generated considerable excitement, his final placement remains to be determined based on the outcome of today's races. Fans are encouraged to check official Asian Games broadcast schedules for live coverage details.
