"Phetlada" shines, clinches double championship at Thailand Open Cycling in Kamphaeng Phet,
"Phetlada Mankong," a rising youth cyclist from the Fisherman Friend team, Wing 46 Phitsanulok, continued her strong performance by clinching double championships at the Thailand Open Cycling, the 2nd round of the Thai National Championship in Kamphaeng Phet province. She won the women's public road race after recently securing the flat mountain bike championship. Meanwhile, General Decha Hemkrasri expressed satisfaction with the event, which attracted over 500 cyclists, and praised the rising young cyclists who are becoming key figures in Thailand’s cycling scene for the future.
The Thailand Open Cycling Championship for flat mountain bike and road bike, competing for the Royal Trophy of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, 2026, 2nd round, was held on 13-14 June 2026 at the Na Mueang racecourse in Kamphaeng Phet province. On 14 June, the road cycling race opening ceremony was presided over by Mr. Sunthon Rattanakorn, President of Kamphaeng Phet Provincial Administrative Organization, along with Navy Captain Thitaporn Noirak, Secretary-General of the Cycling Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage, and other government officials.
Before the opening ceremony, a moment of silence was held to mourn the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati, Princess Rajasarinisirinipatchra, the Great Royal Daughter, who passed away on Thursday, 11 June 2026, at 19:48 at Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. Thai citizens mourned deeply, and the Cycling Association of Thailand respectfully remembered her gracious kindness by standing silently in tribute for one minute.
General Decha Hemkrasri, Vice President of the Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC), President of the ASEAN Cycling Federation (ACF), and President of the Cycling Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage, revealed that the second round of the competition was a great success with over 500 participants, mostly from the lower north, upper central regions, Bangkok, and the east. This is part of the association’s strategic plan to scout new young talent to strengthen the cycling community. Outstanding cyclists may be considered for the Thai national team in the future.
General Decha added that the third round of the Thailand Open for flat mountain bike and road bike will be held at Khao Khayai, Chai Nat province, on 15-16 August. Cyclists will experience natural and challenging courses. The next event will be the BMX Thailand Open National Championship, 4th round, on 20-21 June at Vajiralongkorn Dam in Thong Pha Phum district, Kanchanaburi province. Cyclists who have not booked accommodation are urged to do so quickly to avoid distant lodging from the venue.
Mr. Sunthon Rattanakorn, President of Kamphaeng Phet Provincial Administrative Organization, expressed gratitude to the Cycling Association of Thailand and the Kamphaeng Phet Cycling Association for co-hosting the event annually, with consistent support from the provincial administration. He noted that Kamphaeng Phet supports all sports, but the Thailand Open cycling competition is particularly prestigious and raises the province’s profile nationally. Importantly, it stimulates the local economy, as hotels and resorts are fully booked after each event, vendors earn more income, and tourist attractions become livelier.
Mr. Sunthon further stated that Kamphaeng Phet PAO is committed to supporting the event next year as well. He thanked the Cycling Association of Thailand for honoring Kamphaeng Phet as host. Two years ago, the event was held at Khlong Lan National Park; this year, it returned to Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park. Cyclists can enjoy sightseeing immediately after racing, with many archaeological sites within 50 kilometers. He invited cyclists and the public to visit Kamphaeng Phet, where PAO staff are ready to provide information and tourism guidance with pleasure.
The 2nd round of the Thailand Open Road Race, covering 76 km, was live-streamed on Facebook Live via the Thailand Cycling Association and TCA Channel, and on YouTube's TCA Channel. The broadcast attracted over 30,000 views, totaling more than 50,000 views over two days. Notable race results included:
Women's Public Category (76 km): 1st place - Ms. Phetlada Mankong, a rising youth cyclist from Fisherman Friend team, Wing 46 Phitsanulok, with a time of 2:11:15, achieving the double championship after recently winning the flat mountain bike title; 2nd place - Ms. Mio Yu from Kunming Trek, 2:11:16; 3rd place - Ms. Sirirat Jaroenwannying from VSC Team Race, 2:11:16.
Men's Public Category (76 km): 1st place - Mr. Yuup Kuiper from Gemburi team, 1:36:31; 2nd place - Mr. Narongdet Saengchai from AminoVITAL - Summit Nich team, 1:36:36; 3rd place - Mr. Unai Caro from NSCC team, 1:36:43.
Women's Youth Category (76 km): 1st place - Ms. Thanchanok Jinaphirom from Bangkok Sports School & Roojai team, 2:08:13; 2nd place - Ms. Thiti Rat Yongyingyuen from Lertsasin New Era Construction Materials, Environmentally Conscious team, 2:08:17; 3rd place - Ms. Siwaphon Phuttharam from Bangkok Sports School & Roojai team, 2:08:25.
Men's Youth Category (76 km): 1st place - Mr. Xicheng Duan from VSC Team Race, 1:52:28; 2nd place - Mr. Austin Gale, 1:52:29; 3rd place - Mr. Chantapalee Butpasert from Lao PDR team, 1:52:29. Full results are available at www.thaicycling.or.th.
The next event organized by the Cycling Association will be the BMX Thailand Open National Championship, 4th round, at Vajiralongkorn Dam, Thong Pha Phum district, Kanchanaburi province, on 20-21 June. Interested athletes can register on the association's website www.thaicycling.or.th from now until 18 June at 12:00 noon, or register at the event command center at Saranjit Health Park inside Vajiralongkorn Dam on 19 June from 11:00 to 16:00. Details are available on the Cycling Association’s Facebook page or by calling 0-2719-3340-2 during office hours.