CHIANG RAI – The 2026 EGAT National Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships have officially concluded in Chiang Rai. This massive sporting event brought together young athletes from across Thailand for 12 days of fierce competition. Hosted at the Chiang Rai City Municipality Convention Center, the tournament celebrated the nation’s rising weightlifting stars.
Nakhon Ratchasima Sports School A took home the overall championship title for the youth categories. They dominated the field, proving their incredible strength and dedication. Meanwhile, Nakhon Sawan Sports School A secured the top spot in the men’s youth team division.
Key Takeaways
- Nakhon Ratchasima Sports School A won the overall combined team championship with 953 points.
- Nakhon Sawan Sports School A claimed the men’s youth team title with a total of 514 points.
- Natthida Ropru and Phonthakon Bunprasoet each won three gold medals on the final day of competition.
Final Day Brings Golden Victories
The final day of the competition on October 26 featured the heaviest weight classes. Athletes gave their all in the snatch, clean and jerk, and total weight categories. Two standout lifters managed to sweep all three gold medals in their respective divisions.
In the women’s over 77-kilogram class, Natthida Ropru from the Bang Kaeo Police Station Weightlifting Training Center was unstoppable. She lifted 100 kilograms in the snatch and 125 kilograms in the clean and jerk. Her total weight of 225 kilograms easily earned her three gold medals.
Other female athletes also fought hard in this heavy category. Primrada Thongphaphumcharoen from the Bueng Malu School Weightlifting Club won three silver medals. Korakot Sutmueang from Nakhon Sawan Sports School A secured three bronze medals for her efforts.
Record Lifts and Fierce Men’s Matchups
For the men’s over 95-kilogram class, Phonthakon Bunprasoet from Nakhon Sawan Sports School A matched the golden sweep. He cleared 130 kilograms in the snatch and 157 kilograms in the clean and jerk. This impressive performance gave him a total of 287 kilograms and three golds for his team.
The men’s competition remained intense until the very last lift. Raiwin Ninsaeng from Rajaprajanugroh 64 School in Surat Thani earned three silver medals with a total of 282 kilograms. Peerapong Kaeochim grabbed two bronze medals, while Thinnakrit Samaktham secured the final bronze in the clean and jerk.
Top Teams Celebrate Hard-Earned Points
The closing ceremony featured Chiang Rai Governor Chuchip Phongchai presenting the royal trophies. Nakhon Ratchasima Sports School A scored 953 points to win the overall combined youth title. Nakhon Sawan Sports School A followed in second place with 859 points, while Chonburi Sports School A took third.
Nakhon Ratchasima also won the women’s youth team title with a solid 511 points. On the men’s side, Nakhon Sawan Sports School A scored 514 points to win that specific category. These young athletes showed immense promise for the future of national weightlifting programs.
Chiang Rai Shines as the Perfect Host
Over the past 12 days, Chiang Rai proved to be an excellent host for this prestigious national event. Local leaders like Mrs. Rattana Chong Sutthanamanee and Mayor Wanchai Chong Sutthanamanee helped ensure everything ran smoothly. They provided a great platform for young athletes to gain vital experience.
This successful tournament highlights Chiang Rai’s growing reputation as a major sports hub. It also ensures that the future of Thai weightlifting remains incredibly bright. The athletes will now take their new skills and prepare for even bigger stages.
