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Thai Para-Archer Proposes After Winning Asian Para Games Gold

AICHI-NAGOYA, Japan — 20 October 2026, Thai para-archer Komsan Singphirom turned a sporting triumph into a romantic milestone at the 2026 Asian Para Games, proposing to his girlfriend and fellow national archer Phannipa Srathongmaew after fulfilling his promise to pop the question if he won gold. Komsan teamed up with Teerasak Phianrakkani in the men’s […]

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Aichi-Nagoya, Japan — 20 October 2026: Thai para-archer Komsan Singphirom turned a sporting triumph into a romantic milestone at the 2026 Asian Para Games, proposing to his girlfriend and fellow national archer Phannipa Srathongmaew after fulfilling his promise to propose if he won gold. Komsan teamed up with Teerasak Phianrakkani in the men's compound doubles event, where the Thai pair defeated Indonesia's Ken Swagumilang and Arif Firmansyah 150-147 to claim gold. Komsan's proposal was shared by SPADT Thailand, the official Facebook page of the Sports Association for the Disabled of Thailand, which revealed the couple's heartfelt promise ahead of the competition. "Win gold, and I'll propose!" was the pledge that became reality at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Japan. Phannipa also celebrated success at the Games, winning bronze in the women's compound doubles event after the Thai team edged Chinese Taipei 130-129. With both athletes returning from competition with medals, Komsan's proposal added a personal highlight to their achievements, turning their shared sporting journey into an unforgettable moment.

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