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Thailand Announces Takraw Team for 2026 Asian Games in Japan

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The Thai Takraw Association has announced the lineup for Thailand's takraw team and coaching staff for the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya 2026 in Japan. The team will field five athletes across three categories: women's doubles, men's doubles, and mixed doubles. The athletes are Chudatip Kanthathong and Suphawadee Wongkamjanthon (women's doubles); Sarasak Taosiri and Jeerati Chanliang (men's doubles); and Phatpongpong Detchajeurn and Suphawadee Wongkamjanthon (mixed doubles). The coaching staff includes Somsak Duangmuang, Rawat Phabchomphu, and Sirinpha Phonnongsaen, with Priyapassara Charoenpong serving as team manager.

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