Marking the 50th Anniversary of ThaiArms, a grand event led 168 sharpshooters to enthusiastically participate in the "HUA HIN IPSC HANDGUN 2026" tactical shooting competition.
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The Hua Hin Shooting Sports Association, together with the IPSC Tactical Shooting Sports Association, organized the grand 50th Anniversary ThaiArms celebration alongside the "HUA HIN IPSC HANDGUN CHAMPIONSHIP 2026" Level 3 competition at the Hua Hin Shooting Sports Association range in Bo Fai Subdistrict, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. Major General Sumes Poolmee, Commander of the Infantry Center (representing) Lieutenant General Adul Boonthamcharoen, Minister of Defense, along with General Somkuan Thongnak, Chairman of the Executive Board of ThaiArms Company Limited, and Mr. Chanchai Kannasut, Chairman of ThaiArms Company Limited and President of the Hua Hin Shooting Sports Association, jointly hosted the "HUA HIN IPSC HANDGUN CHAMPIONSHIP 2026" Level 3 competition.
This event attracted a strong turnout of tactical shooters from China, Macau, the Philippines, Laos, and Thailand, totaling 168 participants. The competition was divided into seven handgun divisions, categorized into seven groups by gun type, awarding seven championship trophies, seven shoot-off trophies, and 360 medals. The atmosphere was filled with determination as all competitors showcased their skills, impressing spectators with their dedication and creating an exciting experience that left lasting memories.
After the conclusion of the "HUA HIN IPSC HANDGUN CHAMPIONSHIP 2026" Level 3 tactical shooting competition, an awards ceremony was held. Major General Sumes Poolmee, Commander of the Infantry Center (representing) Lieutenant General Adul Boonthamcharoen, Minister of Defense, presided over the awards presentation.
The competition results for "HUA HIN IPSC HANDGUN CHAMPIONSHIP 2026" Level 3 in each category are as follows: Standard champion Naritthorn Jarupianlert; Production champion Tekson Rolly; 3 Production Optic champion Nopadon Namtapi; Open champion Siraphop Hemmala; Optic champion Rattanasin Wanniyom; Revolver champion Theerapong Thimin; Classic champion Wasu Sirithorn.
Mr. Chanchai Kannasut, President of the Hua Hin Shooting Sports Association, stated that the "HUA HIN IPSC HANDGUN CHAMPIONSHIP 2026" Level 3 event, coinciding with the 50th Anniversary of ThaiArms, was greatly supported by sponsors. The association is pleased with the large number of participants competing. He congratulated the winners and noted that this event provided an opportunity for tactical shooters to test their skills. He hopes the Hua Hin Shooting Sports Association range will welcome all shooters for future competitions.