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August 11, 2023

13th ASEAN PARA GAMES KORAT 2026

APSF DELEGATION PAYS COURTESY CALL ON THAI MINISTER OF SPORTS

13th ASEAN PARA GAMES KORAT 2026

APSF DELEGATION PAYS COURTESY CALL ON THAI MINISTER OF SPORTS

BANGKOK, 11 August –  THE ASEAN Para Sports Federation (APSF) delegation, led by President Major General Osoth Bhavilai, paid a courtesy call on Thailand Minister of Tourism and Sports  Phiphat Rachakitprakarn as part of its preparation towards the organisation of the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima in 2026.

The preliminary meeting between APSF and the 2026 Games stakeholders, which took place at the Minister’s office here, touched on various aspects of the Games including close cooperation in key functional areas.

The 2026 Korat Games’ stakeholders include the Thailand government, Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), Nakhon Ratchasima Province and the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) of Thailand.

In the meeting, the Minister expressed appreciation for APSF’s proactive initiative to embark on early preparation efforts to ensure that the Games is held in highly standard and regulated manners as required in any international multi-sports Games.

The 13th ASEAN Para Games Korat 2026 is scheduled from 20-26 January in various venues around Korat. The Games returns to the province after 19 years, since the first hosting job in 2007 which saw 14 sports contested then.

Also present at the meeting were APSF Secretary-General Senior Colonel Dr Wandee Tosuwan, Governor of Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) Dr Kongsak Yodmanee, NPC Thailand President, Lt. Nayanobh Bhirombhakdi and Deputy Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima Province Charin Thongsuk.

NPC Thailand President Bhirombhakdi will also act as the APSF Board of Governors chairman by virtue of Thailand being hosts of the 2026 Games.

The technical aspects of the Games including structure, organisation and requirements were also presented to ensure that the Games are well-coordinated apart from the need to expedite the establishment of a Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the Games.

Nakhon Ratchasima, located 260km from Bangkok, is a large province locate on the northeastern plateau, acting as a gateway to other provinces in the northeast. The province is rich in Khmer culture and has a long history.

Korat has proposed a total of 19 sports for the 2026 Games, with the main 80th Birthday Stadium sports facility as the main hub.

“APSF looks forward to a strong collaboration and understanding with the Thailand Government and all stakeholders of the Games. The Thai government has given its fullest commitment and endorsement,  and I believe with its great record in the hosting of many international and regional Games and sporting events, Thailand is capable of building and continuing the success of the last three Games cycles in 2015 (Singapore), 2017 (Kuala Lumpur), 2022 (Solo, Indonesia) and 2023 Games in Cambodia,” said Maj Gen Bhavilai.

Korat has proposed 19 sports for the 13th ASEAN Para Games, including making e-sports an official medal sport in the Games. E-sports was introduced as a demonstration sport in Phnom Penh, in June.

“It was a fruitful and conducive meeting… on behalf of our member nations, we presented the requirements including proper direction and strong collaboration, to ensure that the Games is held is the best possible atmosphere and in the true spirit of ASEAN Para community camaraderie,” said Senior Colonel Wandee after the meeting.

“We have yet to finalise on the sports as there are certain requirements and procedures which need to be fulfilled including the Expression of Interest (EOI) exercise which will be conducted by PSF soon,”  she added.

The election of new-term members of APSF Executive Committee (EXCO) will also take place in Korat during the 13th ASEAN Para Games 2026.
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    July 12, 2023

    APSF PARTICIPATES IN GLOBAL ESPORTS SUMMIT

    ASEAN Para Sports Federation (APSF) will be among the key organisations to participate in this week’s 2023 Global Esports Summit and Tencent Esports Annual Conference, scheduled at the World Exhibition & Convention Centre in Shenzhen, China. 

    Scheduled from 14-15 July and themed “Link To Future”, the summit gathers industry experts and leaders from around the world to explore new opportunities in the booming Esports industry, not only in Asia but also on a global scale. 

    Represented by Secretary-General Senior Colonel Dr Wandee Tosuwan as one of the speakers, APSF intends to share its experience in the organisation of Esports as one of the sports contested in last month’s 12th ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023, for the first time. 

    “On behalf of the ASEAN para sports community, we look forward to working hand in hand with the Asian and ASEAN Esports community, especially with our friends at the Asia Esports Federation (AESF) towards realising the common objective and mission of providing greater opportunities for our para-athletes and para gamers,” said Col.Wandee.

    Esports was included as a demonstration sport in the biennial ASEAN Para Games in Phnom Penh with four participating nations – Philippines, Malaysia, Cambodia and Thailand. 

    The Southeast Asia Para governing body is currently promoting Esports as one of the medal sports in the ASEAN Para Games, following April’s partnership with the  Asian E-Sports Federation (AESF) to further develop and promote Esports among para-athletes in Southeast Asia.

    Other notable speakers include AESF president Kenneth Fok Kai-Kong, Xu Haifeng (50-meter Pistol Gold Medal Winner at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics) and Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, Chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation. 

    The summit also features Esports representatives from South Korea, Vietnam, Brazil and Kazakhstan who will present their cases and insights on Esports development in Asia and beyond.

      June 11, 2023

      GOODBYE CAMBODIA, ON TO THE NEXT EDITION IN KORAT 

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      Friday, 9 June 2023

      12th ASEAN PARA GAMES CAMBODIA 2023

      GOODBYE CAMBODIA, ON TO THE NEXT EDITION IN KORAT 

      (Photo Credit: AKP)

      PHNOM PENH, 9 June –  CAMBODIANS held their heads high as the curtains came down on the 12th ASEAN Para Games tonight, marking an emotional conclusion after a week-long inspiring sporting show by the region’s para athletes in 14 sporting events here. 

      The 12th edition of the Games, hosted for the first time in Cambodia, was officially proclaimed closed by Prime Minister Hun Sen at exactly 7.39 pm local time at the majestic Morodok Techo National Stadium here.  

      It was a memorable and colourful evening filled with music, sound, dance, colourful lights and shows of laser and splendid fireworks which captured the hearts of the 70,000 spectators and fans who had packed the stadium early in the afternoon. 

      Apart from elaborate and colourful performances displaying Khmer culture and the philosophy and essence of para sports, the colourful fireworks and state-of-the-art laser presentations, and the handover of the APSF Games flag from Cambodia to the next host, Thailand also caught the eyes of many. 

      Thailand will organize the 2025 Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, popularly known as Korat, in January 2026.

      Over the week-long Cambodian Games which began on June 2, a total of 14 sports were contested, featuring some 1,428 athletes and 726 athletes (with 455 o them on wheelchairs) from all 11 Southeast Asian nations.

      Media participation also exceeded earlier expectations with 1,738 journalists, photographers and broadcasters registering for the Games, including 110 from international and ASEAN media. 

      Live broadcast services were provided free without any broadcast rights which saw 14 television stations and five satellite television taking part to broadcast live coverage of all the 14 sports to the local as well as ASEAN audiences. 

      It was among the biggest participation in the Games’ history which saw Indonesia winning the overall title of the Games for the third consecutive time. 

      Indonesia racked up 158 gold, 148 silvers and 95 bronzes to emerge overall champions of the 2023 Games, way ahead of Thailand which competed their campaign in second with 126 gold medals, 109 silvers and 94 bronzes. 

      For detailed medal standing, go to: https://games.cambodia2023.com/#medalstanding

      Vietnam came in third (66-59-78) while Malaysia, despite sending a majority of first-timers and young athletes, surpassed its target of 33 gold after clinching 50 gold, 38 silvers and 34 bronzes to place fourth overall. 

      Cambodia (8th overall) amassed a total of 71 medals with nine golds, 18 silvers and 44 bronzes

      ASEAN Para Sports President (APSF) Major General Osoth Bhavilai praised Cambodia for successfully delivering the Games despite playing host for the first time. 

      “For the past week, we have witnessed a truly exciting show of courage and grit. CAMBODIA Cambodia, you have proved your true capabilities as host with the successful delivery of the first ASEAN Para Games in Cambodia, Congratulations!,” said Maj Gen Bhavilai. 

      “To athletes, you are all true winners! To all volunteers, you brought joy and the true meaning of passion and friendship! And to all spectators and the people of Cambodia, your support gave us strength to continue championing the cause of the disabled community through sports,” he added. 

      Hun Many, the Vice President of the National Paralympic Committee of Cambodia, also paid tribute to athletes and participants saying that their determination and performances should serve as examples to many. 

      The lowering and handing over of the APSF flag from Cambodia to the next host Thailand marked the start of another journey of the Games, this time in Korat (which last hosted the Games in 2008). The Korat Games will be held in January 2026 and are expected to feature 19 sports. 

      Hun Many handed over the flag to Maj Gen Osoth Bhavlai who then passed the flag to Paralympic Committee of Thailand President Lt. Naiyanobh Bhirombhakdi, marking the official handing over of the hosting duties to Thailand in 2026. 

      A performance by Thailand featuring the uniqueness of the province of Nakhonratchasima then followed amidst the loud cheers from spectators and fans at the Stadium.

      All in all, it was a Games which will be remembered for long as among the best Games since its inception in 2001. 

      In promoting equality and inclusivity, the 12th ASEAN Para Games enjoyed the same privilege of “free Games” as the 32nd SEA Games 2023, where the government waived the expenses of food and accommodation for all foreign athletes, coaches and delegates, provides free tickets for spectators and accorded free live broadcast rights to local and foreign TV networks.

        June 9, 2023

        INDONESIA ASSURED OF 2023 GAMES CROWN

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        8 June 2023

        12th ASEAN PARA GAMES CAMBODIA 2023

        (Photo: AKP)

        PHNOM PENH, 8 June –  INDONESIA has assured itself of a third consecutive ASEAN Para Games title despite having a day of competition left before the 12th ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023 concludes officially, tomorrow night. 

        With a collection of 135 gold medals on the penultimate day of competition, Indonesia has sealed the title to emerge champion for the third consecutive time.  

        Thailand, host of the next Games in Korat in 2026, had to settle for the second spot with 123 gold medals, despite amassing the highest number of golden haul of 27 gold across seven sports today. 

        The Thai Blind Football team defeated Malaysia 4-0 to take the gold before winning both the men’s and women’s team goalball gold medals. 

        Para badminton and para table tennis turned out to be the biggest winners for the Thais, contributing nine and eight gold medals respectively. 

        Indonesia were three short behind Thailand in today’s gold collection but maintained their top spot after winning six gold in badminton, three each in chess and swimming. 

        But it was their paddlers who contributed to the big win, racking up 12 gold medals on the final day of the para table tennis competition.

        “We had come to Phnom Penh to win the 12th ASEAN Para Games crown for the third consecutive time and we’ve achieved our target, history is created,” said Indonesia’s chef de Mission Andi Herman. 

        Six gold  — three in para chess and three in swimming – kept Vietnam comfortably in third with a total of 66 gold ahead of Malaysia, who had reasons to celebrate the day following its CP Football team’s win over Indonesia at the National Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh. 

        Malaysia, which had surpassed its earlier target of 33 gold, are now on fourth spot after today’s five-gold win, amassing a total of 47 gold, 38 silvers and 29 bronzes. 

        The Philippines had all their six gold in para chess, thanks to Sander de erit Severino who won three gold in the men’s individual blitz chess to help the contingent remain in third. 

        Host Cambodia had 9 gold to show after eight days of competition but failed to win any today to remain at eighth overall.  

        A total of 71 gold were claimed today with 483 gold medals have been won thus far before the Games conclude with the closing ceremony tomorrow night.  https://games.cambodia2023.com/#schedule

        For updates, news, results and happenings of the Games, go to the following links: https://games.cambodia2023.com/#medalstanding

        • For live streaming of all sports, follow: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

        • Official Games website: https://cambodia2023.com/

        • Official Results link: https://games.cambodia2023.com

        • Official APSF Website: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

        • Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091500652772

        • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paraasean/

        ABOUT ASEAN PARA SPORTS FEDERATION (APSF) 

        Formally established in 2001, APSF is the governing body of the Paralympic Movement in Southeast Asia with 10 member nations forming the organisation. Currently headquartered in Bangkok, APSF is committed to enabling athletes with a disability in the region to achieve sporting excellence. 

        ABOUT ASEAN PARA GAMES 

        The ASEAN Para Games is a biennial multi-sport Para event held after every Southeast Asia Games (SEA Games) for athletes with a disability from the ASEAN member nations. Kuala Lumpur hosted the first edition in 2001, followed by Hanoi, Vietnam (2003), Manila, Philippines (2005), Nakhon Ratchasima Thailand (2007), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2009), Solo, Indonesia (2011), Napyitaw in Myanmar (2014), Singapore (2015) and Kuala Lumpur in 2017. The Manila Games, supposed to take place in January 2020, and the 2021 Hanoi Games, were cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

        For further enquiries, please contact:

        Senior Colonel Dr Wandee Tosuwan (APSF Secretary-General) at apsf.asean2020@gmail.com

        or Naser Wahab (APSF Director, Media and Communications) at naserwahab@gmail.com

        Website:                www.aseanparasportsfed.org

        Instagram:             www.instagram.com/paraasean

        Twitter:                 www.twitter.com/paraasean

        APSF TV Channel:     www.youtube.com/@apsftv

          June 8, 2023

          INDONESIA POISED FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE

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          6 June 2023

          12th ASEAN PARA GAMES CAMBODIA 2023   

          INDONESIA POISED FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE

          (Photo: AKP)

          PHNOM PENH, 7 June –  Powerhouses Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam were the big winners as the 12th ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023 overall standings remained unchanged and competition enters the penultimate stage tomorrow.  

          Strong performances in four sports gave Indonesia the upper hand over its rivals, bagging 28 gold medals in athletics, powerlifting, chess and swimming to remain at the top. 

          With only one day of competition left before the curtains come down on the Games on Friday (9 June), Indonesia looked set for its third consecutive overall title of the Games after victories in 2017 in Kuala Lumpur and 2022 in Solo. 

          Thailand, the overall title winner in 2009, 2011 and 2015 are currently trailing behind the leader, but are well ahead of third and fourth-placed Vietnam and Malaysia respectively. 

          Of the 105 gold medals at stake, Indonesia hauled a total of 75 medals with 28 gold, 37 silvers and 12 bronzes. Powerlifters Atmaji Priambodo, Sriyanti Sriyanti and Ni Nengah Widiasih contributed two gold each in their respective categories while sprinter Eko Saputra clinched his second personal gold medal (men’s 200m T12) to steer athletics with a 10-gold haul, while swimming ended the day with 5 gold and one from Sitting Volleyball (women’s team). 

          Thailand finished off strongly with 19 gold to stay on the second spot with 12 golds in para-athletics while swimming contributed 5 gold. 

          Thailand’s men’s and women’s clinched both the two gold medals contested in Team 5×5. The men’s squad beat the Philippines 68-30 while the women’s team defeated host Cambodia 66-26. 

          Vietnam remained in third after emerging second best in today’s medal haul with 23 gold, 15 silvers, and 19 bronzes. 

          Ten gold medals from para-athletics, all from field events, assured Vietnam its third spot as it continue to pull away well ahead of its closest rival, Malaysia. 

          Vietnam swimmers were again in their elements, winning 11 gold medals from the Morodok Swimming complex with Vi Thi Hang clinching two in the women’s 100m breaststroke SB6 and women’s 50m freestyle S7, while para chess contributed two gold in the women’s individual standard chess VI-BI and women’s team standard chess VI-BI.

          Philippines and Malaysia had an identical gold collection of nine each today while Myanmar had seven in the bag, followed by three each by Cambodia and Singapore. 

          Host Cambodia had powerlifter Kong Sela to thank following his two-gold feat in the Men’s Up to 107kg and Men’s Up to 107kg (Total Lift) events at the NPCC Hall to increase its overall gold medal collection to eight. 

          A total of 390 gold, 380 silvers and 347 bronze medal have been won so far with with another 57 more gold medals at stake on the penultimate day of competition tomorrow (June 8). 

          Para swimming offers the biggest number with 23 gold while Para Table Tennis final tomorrow offers 19 gold medals. Nine gold are up for grabs in badminton, goalball has two gold at stake and one gold each in blind football, boccia, CP Football and Sitting Volleyball.   https://games.cambodia2023.com/#schedule

          For updates, news, results and happenings of the Games, go to the following links: https://games.cambodia2023.com/#medalstanding

          • Official Games website: https://cambodia2023.com/

          • Official Results link: https://games.cambodia2023.com

          • Official APSF Website: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

          • For live streaming of all sports, follow: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

          • Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091500652772

          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paraasean/

          ABOUT ASEAN PARA SPORTS FEDERATION (APSF) 

          Formally established in 2001, APSF is the governing body of the Paralympic Movement in Southeast Asia with 10 member nations forming the organisation. Currently headquartered in Bangkok, APSF is committed to enabling athletes with a disability in the region to achieve sporting excellence. 

          ABOUT ASEAN PARA GAMES 

          The ASEAN Para Games is a biennial multi-sport Para event held after every Southeast Asia Games (SEA Games) for athletes with a disability from the ASEAN member nations. Kuala Lumpur hosted the first edition in 2001, followed by Hanoi, Vietnam (2003), Manila, Philippines (2005), Nakhon Ratchasima Thailand (2007), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2009), Solo, Indonesia (2011), Napyitaw in Myanmar (2014), Singapore (2015) and Kuala Lumpur in 2017. The Manila Games, supposed to take place in January 2020, and the 2021 Hanoi Games, were cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

            June 7, 2023

            THAILAND HAUL BIGGEST SHARE OF GOLD, 

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            6 June 2023

            THAILAND HAUL BIGGEST SHARE OF GOLD, 
            Indonesia keep top spot intact

            (Pix Credit: AKP)

            PHNOM PENH, 6 June –  Thailand had their biggest golden haul of the day but reigning champions Indonesia kept their position at the top of the table intact after completing the third day of competition at the 12th ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023 here, today. 

            With athletics contributing its biggest share of 30 gold medals today, Indonesia kept their lead at the top with 99 gold, 83 silver medals and 54 bronzes after Day 3,  pulling away with Thailand in second with 77 gold medals.

            It was a big gap between third-placed Vietnam and Thailand with the former garnering 36 gold at the end of the day’s campaign.  Malaysia trailed closely behind Vietnam with 33 gold medals after clinching 9 gold medals today. 

            However, it was Thailand who shone in today’s outing, grabbing the most from the 112 gold medals on offer today with domination in para-athletics (16 out of the 45 gold medals offered), 10 out of the 29 gold in swimming, 7 in para table tennis, boccia (5 gold) and four in powerlifting. 

            Swimmer Anchaya Keatkew was the toast of the contingent today after clinching four golds in the women’s 100m backstroke S9, 100m butterfly S9, 200m individual medley S9 and the Team 4x100m medley relay. 

            Thongsa Marasri and Arawan Bootpo also shared the limelight with two gold medals each in powerlifting at the NPCC Hall in Phnom Penh. 

            Athletics continue to be Indonesia’s stronghold with 30 gold medals in the bag thus far, while swimming came in as the second biggest contributor with 19 gold while followed by powerlifting’s  11 gold.

            Today, Indonesian paddlers were in form as they amassed 12 out of the 20 gold medals in table tennis played at Morodok Techo Table Tennis Hall 

            while another 10 gold medals were delivered from athletics and another eight from swimming today. Maulana Rifky Yavianda was the toast of the contingent’s swimming team, clinching three gold medals in the men’s 100m backstroke S13, 100m Butterfly S12, and 100m freestyle S12.  

            Vietnam are now third in the overall standings with 36 gold medals,  with the day’s feat of 5 gold in athletics, and 3 in powerlifting with two contributed by Nguyen Van Hung in the Men’s up to 72kg and men’s up to 72 kg (total lift), and one from para-swimming. 

            Meanwhile, Malaysia improved their standings to fourth overall after raking in 9 gold today including athletics (3), swimming (4) and one each in boccia and table tennis. 

            Host Cambodia had their para-athletes to thank for after delivering three gold medals, including one from Vet Chanta in the women’s 200m T4. 

            Four gold in para-athletics and two in swimming for the Philippines while Singapore had three in swimming, Brunei with two gold medals in Shot  Put F11 and Women Discus Throw F11. 

            A total of 824 medals have been won so far with 287 gold, 279 silvers and 258 bronzes. 

            Tomorrow’s fourth day of competition will see 72 gold medals up for grabs, with the bulk in para-swimming (32 gold medals), athletics (28), 10 in para powerlifting and 2 gold in Wheelchair Basketball. 

            https://games.cambodia2023.com/#scheduleFor updates, news, results and happenings of the Games, go to the following links: https://games.cambodia2023.com/#medalstanding

            • Official Games website: https://cambodia2023.com/

            • Official Results link: https://games.cambodia2023.com

            • Official APSF Website: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

            • For live streaming of all sports, follow: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

            • Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091500652772

            • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paraasean/

            ABOUT ASEAN PARA SPORTS FEDERATION (APSF) 

            Formally established in 2001, APSF is the governing body of the Paralympic Movement in Southeast Asia with 10 member nations forming the organisation. Currently headquartered in Bangkok, APSF is committed to enabling athletes with a disability in the region to achieve sporting excellence. 

            ABOUT ASEAN PARA GAMES 

            The ASEAN Para Games is a biennial multi-sport Para event held after every Southeast Asia Games (SEA Games) for athletes with a disability from the ASEAN member nations. Kuala Lumpur hosted the first edition in 2001, followed by Hanoi, Vietnam (2003), Manila, Philippines (2005), Nakhon Ratchasima Thailand (2007), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2009), Solo, Indonesia (2011), Napyitaw in Myanmar (2014), Singapore (2015) and Kuala Lumpur in 2017. The Manila Games, supposed to take place in January 2020, and the 2021 Hanoi Games, were cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

              June 6, 2023

              INDONESIA RETAIN LEAD AFTER DAY 2

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              5 June 2023

              12th ASEAN PARA GAMES CAMBODIA 2023

              (Photo: AKP)

              INDONESIA RETAIN LEAD AFTER DAY 2

              PHNOM PENH, 5 June –  Indonesia continue to dominate after day two of competition in the 12th  ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023, amassing a total of  62 gold medals with the bulk coming from athletics, powerlifting, para table tennis and judo.

              Today, the Indonesians completed their campaign with a haul of 31 gold medals with fruitful outing at the Morodok Techo Stadium when the reigning champion amassed 12 gold medals including three categories of men’s 100m and five field events (https://games.cambodia2023.com/#medalstanding)

              The Indonesian contingent continue to pull away from their rivals with domination in powerlifting with 6 gold with four coming in from its women powerlifter. At the Federation of Youth Hall, Indonesian judokas had a good outing with four gold medals.

              The contingent’s paddlers were instrumental in today’s campaign, winning seven out of the 12 finals contested at the Morodok Techo Table Tennis Hall.

              Starting today’s campaign with 13 gold, Thailand added another 19 today to remain in the second spot with a total of 34 gold with its best performers coming from athletics (9 gold), para table tennis (4), swimming (3), two in powerlifting and one in judo.

              Thanks to its domination in swimming (6 gold), Vietnam are third with 29 gold, 26 silvers and 29 bronzes, with Malaysia hot on its heels with 23. Malaysia had a good day with 15 gold with athletics contributing six gold, seven in swimming, and one each from judo and table tennis.

              Two gold each in para-swimming and para-athletics put the Philippines in the fifth spot with a collection of 13-16-17 while Singapore, Timor Leste, Brunei and hosts Cambodia could only muster one gold each.

              Cambodia, playing host for the first time, had its star Vet Chanta to thank for winning the only gold of the day.  Chanta had won the women’s 400m T64.

              A total of 177 gold medals, 174 silvers and 153 bronzes have been collected thus far with 77 gold up for grabs in Tuesday’s day three (June 6) of competition. Athletics (24 gold) and para-swimming (29) present the biggest number of medals while boccia offers 5 gold, powerlifting (8), judo (1) and para table tennis (10).

              The ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023 can be viewed live via the organisers’ official website and mobile applications (downloadable via Apple Store and Google Play) at www.cambodia2023.tv

              • Official APSF Website: https://www.aseanparasportsfed.org

              • Official Games website: https://cambodia2023.com

              • Official Results link: https://games.cambodia2023.com

              • For live streaming of all sports, follow: https://www.cambodia2023.tv

              • Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091500652772

              • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paraasean 

                June 5, 2023

                INDONESIA CHARGE STRONGLY AHEAD  OF RIVALS

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                5 June 2023

                12th ASEAN PARA GAMES CAMBODIA 2023

                PHNOM PENH, 5 June –  Indonesia charged strongly to lead the medal standings as competitions in the 12th ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023 enter its second official day, offering a total of 69 gold today.

                The reigning champion are now at the top with 31 gold medals as of this morning (June 5) but are expected to receive stiff challenges from close rivals Vietnam and Thailand who are now trailing with 18 and 15 gold medals respectively.

                A total of 256 medals were claimed yesterday with 89 gold won, 88 silvers and 89 bronzes.

                Yesterday, Indonesia had a golden day with majority of their golden haul coming swimming and athletics with 9 and 8 gold medals respectively. Para Chess and Judo were also big contributors with 5 gold medals each, while powerlifting contributed three. The other gold was from para-badminton.

                However, Vietnam are expected to close the gap in today’s proceedings, where 67 golds are up for grabs medals.  Vietnam are trailing in second spot with 18 gold medals, six of them coming from powerlifting including two Le Van Cong who clinched 2 gold in the 9kg category. 

                Powerhouse Thailand are also catching up with Vietnam with a close 15 gold, with the biggest haul coming from athletics (6) and swimming (7).  Philippines had 9 with Malaysia closing in with 8 gold while Singapore (3), Myanmar (2) and host Cambodia (2)  are currently at the lower end of the table.

                Hosts Cambodia had their only gold yesterday through athletics, contributed by its women’s star athlete Vet Chanta in the women’s long jump T64. The other gold came from the women’s team 3×3 wheelchair basketball.

                Today, (5 June), 68 gold are at stake, with the biggest 28 gold in athletics, 25 in swimming, 3 in judo, 10 in powerlifting and one gold in Table Tennis. https://games.cambodia2023.com/#schedule

                  June 5, 2023

                  Khmer culture shines at Cambodia 2023 ASEAN Para Games Opening Ceremony

                  insidethegames.biz (By Owen Llyod)

                  Cambodia’s first ever hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Para Games has begun with the Opening Ceremony in Phnom Penh’s Morodok Techo Stadium.

                  The 12th edition of the Games is set to feature more than 2,000 athletes, official, and guests who were present among the 60,000 spectators in the capital.

                  Prime Minister Hun Sen officially got the Games underway to thunderous applause after a two-hour show that included an elaborate sound and light show, a showcase of Khmer culture, the Parade of Nations, and the torch lighting ceremony.

                  The 12th edition of the ASEAN Para Games is Cambodia's first time hosting ©APSF
                  The 12th edition of the ASEAN Para Games is Cambodia’s first time hosting ©APSF

                  “On behalf of the King, the Government, the National Paralympics Committee, and myself, I declare the 12th ASEAN Para Games open,” he said. 

                  The Games are set to run until next Friday (June 9) with 14 sports and 439 events to be contested by 11 nations.

                  “The Games has allowed athletes with a disability to represent their nations and people, and show their unwavering determination and passion for sports, which are no different from their able-bodied friends,” said politician and Hun Sen’s son Hun Many.

                  “To athletes, no matter what outcome it is, remember that we will always support you.”

                  Cambodia's Prime Minister Prime Minister Hun Sen officially opened the ASEAN Para Games in front of a capacity 60,000 crowd at the Morodok Techo Stadium in Phnom Penh ©APSF
                  Cambodia’s Prime Minister Prime Minister Hun Sen officially opened the ASEAN Para Games in front of a capacity 60,000 crowd at the Morodok Techo Stadium in  Phnom Penh ©APSF

                  Organisers have strived to ensure that the event is a low-cost as possible for athletes and fans alike.

                  The Cambodian Government has waived the food and accommodation expenses of all foreign athletes, coaches and delegates, provided free tickets for spectators, and made the broadcasting rights free for local and foreign television networks.

                  “Samdech Techo Prime Minister, ASEAN salutes you for your far-sighted vision and wise leadership in promoting the cause of the para and disabled community, peace, and stability through sports,” said ASEAN Para Sports Federation President Osoth Bhavilai.

                  “As the Prime Minister and as President of the National Paralympic Committee of Cambodia, we salute your determination in continuously championing the cause and well-being of para-athletes, not only in sports but also in life.

                  “Sports can only be enjoyed in peaceful times, and Cambodia, under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Sen, is enjoying the benefits of stability. 

                  “We congratulate and wish Cambodia all the best, continue to flourish and be successful at becoming a dynamic nation with noble values.”

                    June 5, 2023

                    GAMES GET UNDERWAY, INDONESIA CHARGE AHEAD IN MEDAL TALLY

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                    4 June 2023

                    12th ASEAN PARA GAMES CAMBODIA 2023

                    GAMES GET UNDERWAY, INDONESIA CHARGE AHEAD IN MEDAL TALLY

                    PHNOM PENH, 4 June –  REIGNING overall champion  Indonesia started strongly on the opening day of the 12th ASEAN Para Games Cambodia 2023, after raking in 31 gold medals in six sports here, today.

                    The majority of Indonesia’s golden feats today were from swimming and athletics with 9 and 8 gold medals respectively while Para Chess and Judo both contributed 5 gold medals each, and powerlifting contributed three. The other gold comes from para badminton.

                    Following up from yesterday’s single gold win through Para-Badminton (WH) Standing, Indonesia sent out a clear warning to its rivals with convincing results after winning nine gold in swimming, with Jendi Pangabean contributing two golds through 100m Freestyle S9 and 400m S9.

                    Women Paralympic powerlifter Ni Nengah Widiasih, who lost the use of her legs due to polio, performed to expectation with a two gold feat in today’s proceedings.

                    Vietnam is now trailing with 18 gold medals with six coming from powerlifting star Le Van Cong clinching 2 gold in the 9kg category. 

                    Powerhouse Thailand are trailing closely with  15 gold, with the biggest haul coming from athletics (6) and swimming (7).

                    Hosts Cambodia added another gold through athletics, contributed by its women’s star athlete Vet Chanta women’s long jump T64 after yesterday’s golden win in the women’s team 3×3 wheelchair basketball.

                    Tomorrow (5 June), 67 medals up for grabs across five sports with  28 finals in athletics, 25 in swimming, 3 in judo, 10 in powerlifting and 1 in Table Tennis.

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