Thailand last topped the Asean Para Games medal table in Singapore in 2015. Returning as hosts for the first time in 18 years, the home contingent is targeting 233 gold medals from 19 sports. However, she has never competed in the Asean Para Games as the sport was not included in the tournament after the 2008 Games in Thailand. Three-time Paralympic gold medallist Pongsakorn will be a part of the wheelchair racing team, featuring well-known athletes such as Chaiwat Rattana, Athiwat Paeng-Nuea, and the legendary Prawat Wahoram. "I am confident that all Asean member nations place great importance on the 13th Asean Para Games in Thailand.

Source: Bangkok Post January 19, 2026 23:17 UTC