Thai Boccia Team Secures Four Gold Medals at Asian Para Games
Thailand’s boccia athletes dominated the 5th Asian Para Games in Japan, winning four gold medals, including a historic fifth consecutive title for Witsanu Huadpradit.
On October 21, 2026, the Thai boccia team delivered a stellar performance at the 5th Asian Para Games held in Japan, securing four gold medals. According to Khaosod Online, the highlight of the event was Witsanu Huadpradit, who claimed gold in the men’s individual BC1 class by defeating Singapore’s Jovin Tan 4-1. This victory marks a historic milestone for Witsanu, who has now won five consecutive Asian Para Games gold medals, a streak dating back to the 2010 Guangzhou Games.
Additionally, Thai athlete Withoon Chantakhat secured another gold medal in the men’s individual BC3 class, narrowly defeating Singapore’s Aloysius Gan with a score of 4-3. The team’s overall success underscores Thailand's growing prominence in international para-sports.
For residents and visitors, this achievement highlights the high level of athletic talent within Thailand’s disability sports community. While these victories are confirmed, the final medal tally for the entire Thai delegation at the Aichi-Nagoya Games remains to be updated as the competition continues. This event serves as a point of national pride and demonstrates the country's commitment to supporting para-athletes on the global stage.
