Sports News

08-05-2013
Aussies and Singaporeans top finishers at 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta[869 views]

Four days of great sailing in the Gulf of Thailand came to a close today with the final day of the 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta producing some top sailing. Held at Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya, Thailand, the ninth edition has been one of the best yet.
07-05-2013
Foxy Lady and Ichiban undefeated on Day 3 of Top of the Gulf Regatta[726 views]

Pongsapat Pumyam winner of Thailand Optimist National Championships presented by Sansiri; Damrongsak and Sakda Vongtim winners of Open Beach Multihull class
07-05-2013
Challenging conditions make for exciting racing on Day 2 of 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta[343 views]

Strong winds greeted sailors on Day 2 of the 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta at Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Pattaya, Thailand.
07-05-2013
Foxy Lady off to a flyer on Day 1 of 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta[410 views]

Day 1 of the 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta saw classic Gulf of Thailand sailing conditions with consistent winds of 12-15 knots and a stunning blue sky postcard backdrop off Ocean Marina Yacht Club.
07-05-2013
Pattaya ready to host 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta[515 views]

Pattaya ready to host 2013 Top of the Gulf Regatta. Sailors from 30 countries worldwide to take part and promote Pattaya’s best sailing ground
10-02-2013
Famed Muay Thai Boxing Teacher Passes Away[1,550 views]

The well-known boxing teacher “Yodthong” died at Chonburi hospital at the age of 76. He was known for training Thai boxing champions, but more so for his good heart. He had won 56 million THB in the national lottery, but spent it all to open Muay Thai boxing camps and give to needy people.
03-02-2013
Jet Ski Racers Making Waves at Jomtien Beach[1,377 views]

More than 120 thrill-seeking contestants skimmed across the ocean in various watercraft at Jomtien beach during the Pattaya Jet Ski Club competition. Co-sponsored by the city, the 3-day event featured different categories of races, including jet skis, speedboats and banana boat racing.
24-01-2013
Western Style Boxing Showcased In Pattaya[1,008 views]

A big crowd of Thais and foreign tourists gathered at the Central center department store to watch amateur boxers fighting in Western style matches. Unlike Thai boxing, only punches are allowed. The tournament also hopes to find a boxer to represent Thailand at the international level.
24-01-2013
Pattaya City Workers Contend For Chair Ball Crown[536 views]

Government workers competed with gusto at a sports tournament in front of Pattaya City Hall. The tournament was held to promote exercise and build strong relationships among government departments. A featured sport was “Chair Ball,” a Thai game somewhat similar to basketball.
08-01-2013
“The Columbia Trail Masters 2013”[1,247 views]

The fast growing sport of Trail Running is coming up again “The Columbia Trail Masters 2013” 4th edition will be Start-Finish at Horseshoe Point Resort Pattaya on January 13, 2013.
24-10-2012
Beach Volleyballers Have A Blast In Bangsean[1,448 views]

Spectators are enjoying world-class beach volleyball at Bangsaen beach, the last stop on the 2012 international beach volleyball pro tour. Several Thailand teams are joining the top international women’s teams spiking for the tournament title.
30-09-2012
Steely Competitors Slam to Arm WrestlingTitles[1,492 views]

A Latvian strong man won two arm wrestling titles in different divisions at an arm-wrestling contest held at the Royal Garden Plaza. Although the sport is well known, few arm wrestling competitions exist in Thailand. Winners won 50,000 THB cash and other prizes.
17-09-2012
Bangkok Hula Hoopers Swirl To New World Record[1,106 views]

In a proud Olympian moment, 2,690 people in Bangkok set a new Guinness World Record for most people playing hula hoops. The agile Bangkokians wrested the title from previous record-holder Taiwan, beating its total of 2,497 hula hoopers.
11-09-2012
Pattaya Fun Run Raises 1 Million Baht For Fitness[1,374 views]

One million baht raised in a charity run will be donated to Pattaya city to purchase outdoor fitness equipment, said co-sponsors Numchai Home Electronics Co., Ltd. and Mitsubishi Electric Kang Yong Watana Co. Ltd. The electronics industry leaders hope to promote healthy living in Pattaya.
15-07-2012
Fleet-footed Kenyan Repeats As Pattaya Marathon 2012 Champ[2,198 views]

The previous year’s champion, Kenyan runner Mr. Lawrence Kiptoo Saina, again outraced the pack to finish first in this year’s Pattaya Marathon 2012. But Mr. Lawrence could not break the previous record time.
11-07-2012
2012 Pattaya Marathon Kicks Off On July 15[1,295 views]

Runners and wheelchair racers around the world will compete in the 21st annual Pattaya Marathon for the “Kings Cup” and 2 million BHT in prize money.
10-07-2012
2012 Olympic Games broadcast won’t be blacked out[1,030 views]

BANGKOK, 9 July 2012 -The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has disclosed that Thai viewers will be able to watch the London 2012 Olympic Games live via satellite and normal TVs.
03-07-2012
Samui Island Marathon 2012[1,786 views]

Bangkok Airways is ready for "Samui Island Marathon 2012" The admission will be starting from now until September 22nd, 2012
10-05-2012
Sarawut Phetsiri crowned winner of 2012 Thailand Optimist Championship[1,319 views]

PATTAYA, (7 May 2012) The 2012 Thailand Optimist Championship came to a close today after three days of racing off Ocean Marina Yacht Club in some of the most challenging conditions the youth sailors have experienced.
09-05-2012
Day Two rings the changes at 2012 Top of the Gulf Regatta[722 views]

PATTAYA, (6 May 2012) Day Two started with lighter winds as the boats headed to their respective startlines, building to a steady 8 knots for Race One on the keelboat and multihull courses. The tough conditions yesterday left their mark on some with Quantum righted and safely secured in the marina, no longer participating in the series. Sweet Chariot and Cedar Swan, however, were back on the course as Principal Race Officer, Jerry Rollin got the races off on time.