Thai Cycling Association Hosts Annual Referee Seminar
General Decha Hemkrasri led a seminar for 37 cycling referees in Bangkok to align local standards with updated UCI regulations.
On October 22, 2026, the Cycling Association of Thailand held its first annual seminar for cycling referees at the Kamol Sports Park in Bangkok. Presided over by General Decha Hemkrasri, the event brought together 37 referees to enhance their professional standards and ensure fair officiating.
According to Khaosod Online, the primary objective of the seminar was to update participants on the latest rule changes issued by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). As the UCI frequently updates its competition regulations, these sessions are essential for referees to maintain compliance before the 2027 racing season begins. The event also featured the election of a new president for the referees' club, who will serve a four-year term.
For residents and cycling enthusiasts, this initiative highlights the association's ongoing commitment to professionalizing the sport in Thailand. By aligning local officiating with international standards, the association aims to improve the quality of domestic competitions. While the seminar focused on technical officiating, it reflects a broader strategic plan to develop personnel across all cycling disciplines, including coaches and mechanics. It remains to be confirmed how these updated officiating standards will impact the specific scheduling or management of upcoming local cycling events open to the public.
