Super-duo Dechapol and Sapsiree smash Thai badminton back to top of the world

13 Sept 12:58 Key points summarised by AI

Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai made history as Thailand's first mixed doubles pair to achieve the World No. 1 ranking in badminton.
Their ascent to the top follows a dominant season, securing 7 titles from 11 events, including the BWF World Tour Finals, and boasting a 20-match winning streak.
Despite their current success, the duo aims for elusive gold medals at the Asian Games, World Championships, and the Olympics, with the upcoming World Championships presenting a crucial test against arch-rivals Zheng and Huang.
Their achievements, alongside other rising Thai talents, signal a promising new era for Thai badminton on the global stage.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Today 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.