"Bew Phuriphon" teased a Thairath photographer, asking if he was still wearing a Manchester United shirt and hoping they wouldn't lose to Chelsea.
After winning the 100-meter championship at the Thailand Championships, the star athlete Phuriphon Boonsorn spoke to the media. Beyond his competition results, he was asked about tonight's Premier League football match where his favorite team, Manchester United, visits Chelsea, and what he expected the outcome to be.
Bew replied, "I just hope they don't lose. If they lose again, I don't know what to do." He then turned to tease Boy Bangpu, a Thairath Sport photographer, asking if he was still wearing the shirt.
"Since I bought the Nike Manchester United shirt at an auction, they've lost every time."
Regarding his feelings about the event, Bew said, "I came to run in this event to inspire all the young athletes competing because I saw so many young people participating this year. I want to encourage and motivate them."
"As for my overall timing, it’s okay because after the Asian Games, I didn’t train much as I really wanted to rest."
"Lately, many young people have been asking to take photos with me. I feel happy that more people recognize me. Some say they are fans and admire me, which makes me glad to be an inspiration to them."
Bew’s strong performance has helped revive Thai running. He feels that when he first joined the athletics association, progress was limited, but now Thai running has gained international recognition, which is very positive. He’s proud that Thai runners can compete closely with athletes from other countries.