After the Thailand women's national volleyball team lost to the "Dragon Lady Spikers," the China women's national volleyball team, 2-3 sets with scores 14-25, 26-24, 19-25, 25-23, 7-15 in the "2026 Women's Volleyball Nations League" (FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026), Week 1, Match 2.
Although the Thai team lost, there was a moment that impressed Volleyball World so much that they posted the clip on their social media channels.
The moment occurred in the third set when China led Thailand 8-7. Sasipaporn's spike was blocked by a Chinese player and deflected onto Kantima Ekpakkha, and the ball was about to land on Thailand's side. However, Piyanuch refused to give up, using her foot to lift the ball back up, allowing the play to continue. Ultimately, Pimphicha Kokram scored the point for Thailand, tying the game at 8-8.