Thai Para Table Tennis Duo Secures Opening Victory at Pattaya World Championships
Rungroj Thainiyom and Chalermpong Punpoo defeated their Australian opponents in the opening round of the ITTF World Para Table Tennis Championships in Pattaya.
On November 13, 2026, the ITTF World Para Table Tennis Championships officially commenced at the PEACH Convention Center, located within the Royal Cliff Beach Resort in Pattaya, Chonburi. The tournament, which runs from November 13 to 19, 2026, features elite para-athletes from around the globe. In the opening day's action, the Thai men's doubles pair, Rungroj Thainiyom and Chalermpong Punpoo, delivered a strong performance in the MD14 class quarter-finals. The duo secured a decisive 3-0 victory against their Australian counterparts, marking a successful start for the host nation. For residents and visitors in Pattaya, this event highlights the city's capacity to host significant international sporting competitions. The tournament continues throughout the week, and spectators interested in attending should check the official event schedule for upcoming match times and ticketing information. While this initial win provides momentum for the Thai team, the progression of the tournament and the final results for the MD14 class remain to be determined as the competition advances toward the final rounds.
