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"Wave" Weeraphon Wichuma, 19-year-old powerlifting sensation, showcases excellent form, secures a silver medal in the 73 kg category, men's division, while aiming for the Youth World Records and Asian Youth Records. He graciously accepts the silver medal, but remains committed and announces his pursuit of Olympic gold at the "Paris Games 2024". Meanwhile, Rahmat Erwin Abdullah from Indonesia clinches gold along with breaking world records, Asian records, and Asian Games records at the 19th Asian Games held in Hangzhou, People's Republic of China.

In weightlifting competitions at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, People's Republic of China, Thailand's powerlifting team had previously secured 1 silver medal by Arm Thanyathon Sukcharoen in the 49 kg women's category, the latest being on October 3, 2566. The Thai team sent Weeraphon Wichuma, a 19-year-old, who claimed 2 gold medals and 1 silver medal in the 73 kg category, aiming for the world championship title in weightlifting held in September 2566 in Saudi Arabia. He aspired to win medals in the 73 kg men's category, facing significant competitors from China, Indonesia, North Korea, and South Korea.

Furthermore, Maj. Gen Intarat Yodbangtoey, the President of the Weightlifting Association of Thailand, as the President of the Asian Weightlifting Federation and Mrs. Boossaba Yodbangtoey, the Advisor of the Association, as the Advisor of the Asian Weightlifting Federation, along with Dr. Niwat Limsukhnirun, the Director-General of the Armed Forces Education Department and a member of the management committee of the Asian Weightlifting Federation, provided their continued support from the sidelines.

Starting with the snatch, Weeraphon lifted 151, 154, and 156 kg successfully, ranking third behind Wei Yinting, the Chinese favorite, who led the snatch with 161 kg and broke the Asian Games standard of 156 kg. Rahmat Erwin Abdullah from Indonesia managed to lift 158 kg.

Then, in the clean and jerk, Wei Yinting from China lifted 180 kg but failed in all three attempts, resulting in no record for this lift. This allowed Weeraphon to compete with the Indonesian powerlifter for the gold. Weeraphon initially failed to lift 190 kg, then 195 kg, but finally succeeded with the same weight, setting the record at 195 kg and totaling 351 kg, breaking the world youth records and Asian youth records previously held by Rizki Juniansyah from Indonesia at 349 kg, securing the silver medal.

Rahmat Erwin Abdullah from Indonesia displayed outstanding form in the clean and jerk, lifting 201 kg, breaking his own world and Asian records set at 200 kg, and setting a new Asian Games record of 189 kg, totaling 359 kg, and securing the gold medal. Meanwhile, the bronze medal went to Oh Kumthaek from North Korea, with a total weight of 344 kg (snatch 151 kg, clean and jerk 193 kg).

"Wave" Weeraphon Wichuma revealed that he was excited and felt that he had performed his best, even though he couldn't reach the gold medal. When asked if he felt disappointed, he said just a little, as he was content. He emphasized that during the lifts, he only focused on competing with himself. He considers himself as an idol, and he is looking forward to the Olympic Games in Paris in 2024.

In summary, Thailand's powerlifting team has secured 1 silver medal and 1 bronze medal.

The Thai weightlifting team's upcoming schedule includes the following events: On October 4, 2023, in the men's 81 kg category, Mr. Chatuphum Chinnawong and Mr. Worrapot Nasuriwong will compete at 19:00 local time (18:00 Thailand time). On October 5, 2023, in the men's 96 kg category, Group A, Mr. Sarat Sumpradit will compete at 15:00 local time (14:00 Thailand time). In the women's 76 kg category, Group A, Ms. Siriyakorn Khaipandung will compete at 19:00 local time (18:00 Thailand time). And on October 7, 2023, in the women's over 87 kg category, Ms. Duangaksorn Chaidee will compete at 15:00 local time (14:00 Thailand time).

"Arm" Thanyathon Sukcharoen Earns Bronze Medal in Women's 49kg Weightlifting, Bringing Pride to Team Thailand at the 19th Asian Games. She achieved this victory with excellent form, breaking her own training records, and now has her sights set on the upcoming Paris Games. Meanwhile, "Ri Songgum" from North Korea showcased an impressive performance and secured a gold medal, breaking both world and Asian Games records, while "Jiang Huihua" from China received the silver medal.

In the weightlifting competitions at the 19th Asian Games held in Hangzhou, People's Republic of China, on September 30th,2023, Team Thailand's "Arm" Thanyathon Sukcharoen and “Nan" Pol. Col. Sanikun Tanasan aimed to win medals in the Women's 49kg category. Maj. Gen Intarat Yodbangtoey, the TAWA Honorary President also IWF and AWF Honorary President, along with Madam "Boossaba" Yodbangtoey, AWF Assistant to the President and President of TAWA Advisor, and Dr. Niwat Limsukhnirun, Director of the Department of Sports Education and AWF Executive Board Member, came to show their supports.

Thanyathon started with lifts of 86, 88, and 90 kg, setting her record at 90 kg. Then, in the clean and jerk, she lifted 105, 107, and 109 kg, setting a record at 109 kg. This resulted in a total weight of 199 kg, earning her the bronze medal for the second consecutive time, following her victory at the 18th Asian Games in Indonesia, marking the first medal for Team Thailand in this event.

On the other hand, Pol. Col. Sanikun Tanasan achieved a record of 85 kg in the snatch but failed to lift 103 kg in the clean and jerk in all three attempts, leaving her with no record in this category and no total weight.

Meanwhile, Ri Songgum from North Korea showed exceptional form, lifting 92 kg in the snatch and 124 kg in the clean and jerk, breaking Jiang Huihua's world record of 120 kg and Asian Games record. She secured a silver medal with a total weight of 216 kg, surpassing Jiang Huihua's previous records of 215 kg and 214 kg at the Asian Games.

Thanyathon expressed her immense joy, emphasizing that she gave her best despite returning to training only two weeks ago due to injuries. She dedicated this medal to herself and to all Thai people, including her parents.

She stated, "My next goal is continuous improvement, both physically and mentally. I also aspire to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics, which might be my first and last Olympics given my age. I may not have many opportunities left to compete at this level."

For Team Thailand's weightlifting program on October 1st,2023, the schedule is as follows:

Men's 61kg category, Group A, featuring Mr. Theerapong Silachai, will take place at 15:00 local time (14:00 Thai time).
Men's 67kg category, Group A, featuring Cpt. Witsanu Chantri and Anucha Doungsri, will be held at 19:00 local time (18:00 Thai time).

Bangkok, Thailand - Three formidable Thai weightlifters, " Sanikun-Thanyathon -Natcha," are gearing up to compete for gold in weightlifting at the 19th Asian Games, scheduled to commence on September 30, 2023, in Hangzhou, China. This prestigious event will see them face fierce competition from the host nation, China, as well as North Korea.

The weightlifting competition at the 19th Asian Games, taking place from September 30 to October 7, 2023, at the Xiexiang Sports Center Gymnasium, will feature a total of 183 powerlifters from 30 countries, including 83 women and 100 men. Only four nations, namely North Korea, South Korea, Kazakhstan, and Thailand, have sent a full quota of 14 athletes, with the host nation, China, sending 13 athletes, comprising 6 women and 7 men.

The Thai weightlifting team's competition schedule is as follows:

• September 30, 2023

Women's 49kg Category, Group A
Thanyathon SUKCHAROEN
Sanikun Tanasan
Time: 15:00 (Thai time: 14:00)
Women's 55kg Category, Group A
Natcha KAEWNOI
Time: 19:00 (Thai time: 18:00)

• October 1, 2023

Men's 61kg Category, Group A
THEERAPONG SILACHAI
Time: 15:00 (Thai time: 14:00)
Men's 67kg Category, Group A
WITSANU CHANTRI
Anucha DOUNGSRI
Time: 19:00 (Thai time: 18:00)

• October 2, 2023

Women's 64kg Category, Group B
THIPWARA CHONTAVIN
Time: 10:00 (Thai time: 9:00)
Women's 59kg Category, Group A
Thanaporn SAETIA
Time: 15:00 (Thai time: 14:00)

• October 3, 2023

Men's 73kg Category, Group A
Weeraphon Wichuma
Time: 19:00 (Thai time: 18:00)

• October 4, 2023

Men's 81kg Category, Group A
CHATUPHUM CHINNAWONG
Worrapot Nasuriwong
Time: 19:00 (Thai time: 18:00)

• October 5, 2023

Men's 96kg Category, Group A
SARAT SUMPRADIT
Time: 15:00 (Thai time: 14:00)

Women's 76kg Category, Group A
SIRIYAKORN KHAIPANDUNG
Time: 19:00 (Thai time: 18:00)

• October 7, 2023
Women's >87kg Category
DUANGAKSORN CHAIDEE
Time: 15:00 (Thai time: 14:00)

The Thai weightlifting team is poised for an intense battle for medals at the "Hangzhou Games." Follow their journey as they strive to bring honor and glory to Thailand on the international stage.