Thai sprinter Puripol Boonson showcased his remarkable speed at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, securing a spot in the men’s 100m semi-finals. Boonson emerged victorious from his qualifying heat, clocking an impressive time of 9.95 seconds at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Japan.
In the women’s 100m category, Jirapat Khanonta also advanced to the semi-finals, achieving a personal-best time of 11.45 seconds to win her heat. Joining her in the next round is fellow Thai sprinter Sukanda Petraksa, who secured her semi-final berth by finishing third in her heat with a time of 11.54 seconds.
The upcoming semi-finals promise to be thrilling, with the women’s 100m races scheduled for September 25, followed by the men’s events later the same day. These athletes will be looking to build on their qualifying performances and vie for a place in the finals.