Prime Minister Srettha Commits to Support Thai Athletes in the Olympics

[snoop1130]

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has encouraged Thai athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games to do their best. He made this statement during a meeting at Government House with athletes and officials. He also pledged to increase government funding and provide more support for athletes after their careers.

 

The Paris Olympics will see Thailand's largest delegation from Southeast Asia, consisting of 51 athletes from 17 sports—badminton and boxing being prominent. Badminton boasts of the largest team comprising nine players, with boxing following close behind with eight.

 

 

Expressing his appreciation for their dedication, Prime Minister Srettha acknowledged their hard work and readiness as a triumph for the nation. He stressed on the significance of sportsmanship, respect for competitors, and the positive impact of sports on on international relations and improving Thailand's global reputation.

 

In his interaction with Vareeraya Sukasem, the 12-year-old skateboarding sensation and youngest Thai Olympian, he was all praise. The Olympic Games are slated to take place from July 26 to August 11. Throughout the event, Thailand will compete in several sports such as athletics, cycling, and golf among others.

 

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-- 2024-07-09

 

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[Gottfrid]

1 hour ago, snoop1130 said:

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has encouraged Thai athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games to do their best.

Oh! God, YES! Without that, they wouldn´t even have been thinking about trying! Really? How stupid is this man?

[Gottfrid]

Just now, Gottfrid said:

How stupid is this man?

Nevermind! I answer myself.

[orchis]

Srettha, the athletic supporter.

[Pouatchee]

geeeeezzzzzzz... give that man a standing ovation! i bet he will find a way to tax any medals won...

 

[hotchilli]

20 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Expressing his appreciation for their dedication, Prime Minister Srettha acknowledged their hard work and readiness as a triumph for the nation. He stressed on the significance of sportsmanship, respect for competitors, and the positive impact of sports on on international relations and improving Thailand's global reputation.

How are the weightlifters doing now?

[Aussie999]

He's hardly going to say he doesn't support Thai athletes... 555

Silly story.