Gold first, proposal next: Thai archer delivers on promise
Thai national para archer Khomson Singphirom has fulfilled his promise to propose to his partner and fellow national team archer Phannipa Srathongmaew after winning gold at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan.
Khomson, nicknamed Mai, won gold in the men's compound doubles event alongside teammate Thirasak Phianraka, defeating Indonesia 150-147.
His partner, Phannipa, known as Ple, also secured a medal, winning bronze in the women's compound doubles event after Thailand edged Chinese Taipei 130-129.
The couple's achievements made the competition even more memorable, as Khomson had promised to propose to Phannipa if he won a gold medal.
The fifth Asian Para Games are being held in Nagoya, Japan, from October 18 to 24, bringing together athletes with disabilities from across Asia to compete in 18 sports.
Gold first, proposal next: Thai archer delivers on promise
As of October 20, Thai athletes had won 36 medals, comprising five gold, 11 silver and 20 bronze, according to the Asian Paralympic Committee.
Among Thailand's medal winners is veteran wheelchair fencer Saysunee Jana, 52, who claimed two silver medals in the women's foil category B and the mixed foil team event.
The Games, officially known as the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games, will conclude on October 24.
Photos by Thai News Agency