Bangkok: The Extreme Sports Association of Thailand has introduced 24 athletes for the SEA Games, aiming to win 6 gold medals.
According to Thai News Agency, the Thai national cable wakeboard team, led by Praepim Pipatsawat and "PP" Peeranat Fakthongyu from the 2025 World Games squad, are currently training at ESC Thai Wake Park Rangsit in preparation for the upcoming SEA Games. They have revealed their readiness ahead of the ASEAN Games, with a focus on enhancing endurance and muscle strength. Peeranat expressed confidence in their ability to surpass competitors from Singapore and the Philippines, citing their advantage due to familiarity with the equipment and training on the real field.
In the wakesurfing category, which involves using motorized boats to create waves, another group of Thai athletes is training at Bueng Maitri Chit. Led by "BM" Songklod Chomboon and "Annie" Annisa Thita Flynn, the team acknowledges the pressure of competing on home turf but remain optimistic about their performance. They aim to secure a gold medal for Thailand, viewing the Philippines as a significant competitor.
The SEA Games skateboarding team is honing their skills at the Sports Authority of Thailand. The team is led by "Nong ST" Wareeya Sukkasem, "Mini" Chankao Udomphen, and "Firas" Kirin Petchkiri. Wareeya, who previously suffered a torn ligament in her right ankle, reported significant recovery and is now nearly at full capacity. She emphasized the importance of increasing her strength and energy to excel in the competition. The 13-year-old athlete, participating in the ASEAN sports festival for the first time, aspires to win a gold medal despite the pressure of performing at home.