Kiel: The Thai surfing team has expressed satisfaction with their overall performance at the recent ‘Kiel Wach IQ Foil Games’ held in Germany.

According to Thai News Agency, the Windsurfing Association of Thailand sent eight senior and youth athletes to compete in the event held in Kiel, Germany, from June 20 to 25, 2025. In the IQ Foil Men’s category, Nitipat Chaiwuthiwet lost 141 points, finishing in 14th place, while Phasapong Lianglum and Wachiravit Thon-up lost 313 and 368 points, finishing in 27th and 35th places, respectively.

In the IQ Foil Women’s category, Athicha Homraruen lost 106 points, securing 9th place, and Siriporn Kaewduangngam lost 151 points, finishing in 13th position. Miss Chanatkan Charoensuk lost 246 points and ended up in 21st place. In the male youth category for 17-year-olds, Ratchanon Khunjeng lost 50 points, achieving 4th place, while Wachiravit Manbamrung lost 58 points, finishing 9th.

Mr. Phatthana Boonsawat, Secretary-General of the Windsurfing Association, stated that the athletes performed commendably, holding their own against European competitors. Female athletes Athicha and Siriporn’s top 13 finishes were particularly pleasing. Miss Chanatkan, who had to compete in a higher age category due to lack of divisions, maintained her focus throughout. In the male youth category, Ratchanon and Wachirawit Manbamrung showcased their skills, both finishing in the top 9.

For the male athletes, while Nitipat, Phasapong, and Wachirawit Thon-up faced tough competition, they still achieved respectable rankings. This experience not only familiarized the athletes with European conditions but also boosted their confidence ahead of the ‘Windsurfing World Championship’ in Denmark from July 4-11, 2025. Six Thai athletes have qualified for this major event, including Nitipat Chaiwutthiwet, Phasapong Lianglum, Wachirawit Thon-up in the general male category, and Athicha Homraruen, Siriporn Kaewduangngam, and Miss Chanatkan Charoensuk in the general female category, under the guidance of head coach Mr. Sakda Sakulfang and youth coach Mr. Nattapong Phonnoparat.