Thai Paralympic Athletes Awarded Over 123 Million Baht for Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Success
The Thai government has distributed over 123 million baht in rewards to national Paralympic athletes following their performance at the 5th Asian Para Games in Japan.
On October 28, 2026, the Thai government, led by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports and the National Sports Development Fund, held a ceremony at The Grand Fourwings Bangkok to honor the national Paralympic team. The athletes were recognized for their impressive performance at the 5th Asian Para Games, held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from October 18 to 24, 2026, where they secured a total of 125 medals.
Deputy Prime Minister Songsak Thongsri, serving as the chairman of the National Sports Development Fund, presided over the event. During the ceremony, a total of 123,650,000 baht in prize money was awarded to the athletes to celebrate their achievements and boost morale. The event was also attended by Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phancharoenworakul and other high-ranking sports officials.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the significant national investment in sports excellence and the growing recognition of Paralympic achievements in Thailand. While the financial rewards for the athletes have been finalized and distributed, further details regarding specific individual medal bonuses or future training support programs for the next cycle of international competitions remain to be confirmed by the Sports Authority of Thailand.
