Thai Swimmer Nithikorn Sets New Record at 2026 Asian Para Games
Thai athlete Nithikorn Jiampiriyakul secured his second gold medal at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, setting a new competition record in the 100m butterfly.
On October 22, 2026, Thai national swimmer Nithikorn Jiampiriyakul delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Asian Para Games held in Nagoya, Japan. Competing in the men’s 100m butterfly (S14 class), Nithikorn finished first with a time of 57.56 seconds, establishing a new Games Record for the event.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, this victory marks Nithikorn’s second gold medal of the tournament. He previously secured gold in the men’s 200m freestyle and a silver medal in the 100m breaststroke (SB14 class). This latest achievement brings the total medal count for the Thai para-athlete delegation to 16 gold medals. The silver and bronze medals in the 100m butterfly were claimed by Japanese athletes, who finished with times of 58.43 and 58.44 seconds, respectively.
For residents and visitors following the games, this performance highlights the growing competitiveness of Thai para-athletes on the international stage. While the current medal tally for the Thai team stands at 16 golds, fans should continue to monitor official tournament updates for further results as the competition progresses. No further details regarding upcoming events for Nithikorn have been confirmed at this time.
