Thai sprinter Puripol "Angel" Boonson is preparing to compete for two sprint titles at the Asian Games, according to The Straits Times. The report, published on Wednesday, says the Thai athlete is gearing up for a sprint double at the Games.
Reuters also reports that Puripol is eyeing Asian Games gold, underscoring the expectations surrounding the Thai sprinter at the event.
The Asian Games are being held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Coverage of Thailand's medal push at the event appeared on September 23, with Nation Thailand reporting on the country's efforts to add to its tally that day. Separate reporting from Pattaya Mail noted that Princess Sirivannavari continued dressage training ahead of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Games.
The available reports do not specify Puripol's event schedule, personal bests, or the names of his competitors. The Straits Times headline frames his Asian Games campaign around a sprint double, while Reuters characterizes his ambition in terms of gold.
What to watch next: whether Puripol delivers on the sprint double and how Thailand's overall medal haul at the Aichi-Nagoya Games develops in the days that follow.
