Pimon praised the Cycling Association for excellently organizing the Young Balance Bike competition, which helps develop athletes from an early age. "Sergeant Muek" (General Decha) is considering holding an event in the south next year.
Olympic Committee Chairman Pimon Sriwikrom praised the Cycling Association for professionally organizing the Young Balance Bike Thailand Championship, helping promote family involvement and nurturing athletes from a young age. Meanwhile, "Sergeant Muek" General Decha Hemkrasri revealed plans to consider hosting a race in the southern region next year. The final race winner has already been selected to represent Thailand at the 2027 Asian Championship. The live broadcasts on Facebook and YouTube accumulated over 20,000 views.
The 5th and final round of the Young Balance Bike Thailand Championship for the 2026 Royal Cup of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn was held on 6 September 2026 at Kamol Sports Park (FBT), Suwinthawong Road, Nong Chok district, Bangkok. The opening ceremony was presided over by Assistant Professor Pimon Sriwikrom, Chairman of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand under Royal Patronage. Present were "Sergeant Muek" 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, along with Kamol and Paweena Chokpaiboonkit, Chairman and Vice Chairman of Thai Football Sporting Goods Factory Co., Ltd., and the Cycling Association's executive board.
Assistant Professor Pimon Sriwikrom said he felt honored to chair the opening ceremony of the final round of the Young Balance Bike Thailand Championship. He noted that over 500 athletes participated, ranging from 1 year 8 months to 11 years old. The championship has been held for five consecutive years with five rounds each year. He praised General Decha Hemkrasri, President of the Cycling Association, for professionally organizing the event, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere.
"Importantly, parents also participate in the competition, which is excellent for promoting family values. I am not surprised by the continuous development of cycling, which has led Thai national cyclists in various disciplines to win international medals consistently. This is because the association cultivates athletes from a young age. I thank General Decha Hemkrasri again for inviting me to chair this opening ceremony and offer my support to continue advancing for the benefit of Thai sports and cycling," said Assistant Professor Pimon.
General Decha said the final race received excellent feedback, with parents and athletes coming from all regions of Thailand. Parents from the south expressed a desire for the association to hold races in the southern region since traveling to Bangkok requires several days. Two to three years ago, races were held in Surat Thani province, attracting many participants. The association is considering organizing one southern round, with main events continuing at Kamol Sports Park and Central Korat Shopping Center in Nakhon Ratchasima province.
"I would like to encourage the young riders chosen to represent Thailand at the 2027 Asian Young Balance Bike Championship next year to train well, as they will compete against athletes from across Asia. Some provinces with representatives have held city parades in pride, and many foreign athletes are interested in competing. The Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC) fully supports the event, with ACC President Dato' Amarjit Singh Gill giving great importance and honoring Thailand as the host country," General Decha stated.
General Decha added that balance bike cycling is currently popular nationwide, with both government agencies and private sectors organizing competitions. The Department of Local Administration, initiated by former Permanent Secretary of the Interior Ministry Mr. Sutthapong Julcharoen, continues to hold events. The association supports private competitions by providing standardized referees to ensure consistent judging. He emphasized that cooperation among all parties will further advance the sport.
Ms. Thitirada Munkaeo, parent of young athletes from Trang province, said she brought her two children to compete in Bangkok for the first time. Her children are very dedicated, and since starting balance bike cycling, their abilities have improved academically and in activities. She hopes they will progress to other cycling or sports disciplines. She also wishes for events to be held in the south more often, as competitions there are rare. If the association organizes races there, it will promote the sport among southern communities. She encourages parents to open their minds and bring their children to balance bike cycling, which helps develop children’s potential and fosters friendships across provinces and countries, making it a very positive activity.
The 5th round of the Young Balance Bike Championship was live-streamed on Facebook Live via the Thailand Cycling Association page and on YouTube via the TCA Channel, with over 20,000 combined views. Notable results include the Open 3.1-5-year-old boys category, where Mr. Navinchar Na Songkhla won first place and the Thailand championship with 226 points, receiving the Royal Cup; second was Mr. Nantipat Duangchan, third Mr. Waratch Wareesri. In the girls' category, first was Miss Sirinda Kawila, second Miss Alita Muangpia, and third Miss Nattanarin Boonlong, with Alita Muangpia winning the overall Thailand championship with 232 points and the Royal Cup.
In the under-2 boys category, first place and Thailand champion was Mr. Wachirathon Sukkit with a perfect score of 240 points, earning the Royal Cup; second was Mr. Kannakan Thanapornmongkol, third Mr. Akinthis Kluemai. For under-2 girls, first was Miss Alavie Sukgree with 236 points and the Royal Cup; second Miss Panyarach Chue Trong, third Miss Anyarin Chuntan.
In the 2.1-2.6 years boys category, first place and Thailand champion was Mr. Nathekanin Wongchai with 230 points and the Royal Cup; second Mr. Waranont Waiyingyut, third Mr. Tarin Chaiwong. For girls 2.1-2.6 years, first was Miss Yosita Ngamlao with a perfect 240 points and the Royal Cup; second Miss Mira Muangkrung, third Miss Natchapat Phoolchue.
In the 2.7-3 years boys category, first was Mr. Thanapat Phalichai, second Mr. Akirawatti Bumrungsilp, third Mr. Kawin Kulprasert, with the Thailand champion being Mr. Rattanawat Promjaree with 222 points and the Royal Cup. For girls 2.7-3 years, first was Miss Anyarin Deesatta, second Miss Naphatchanan Patamakulchai, third Miss Thitichaya Jamroenkoon, with the Thailand champion being Naphatchanan Patamakulchai with 232 points and the Royal Cup.
In the 3.1-3.6 years boys category, first was Mr. Natchanon Matthayomanan, second Mr. Techin Ngamlao, third Mr. Prin Surakhan, with Mr. Natchanon winning the Thailand championship with 230 points and the Royal Cup. For girls 3.1-3.6 years, first was Miss Kawinthada Nachaichot, who won the Thailand championship with a perfect 240 points and the Royal Cup; second Miss Natchalin Yuwanont, third Miss Ewarin Srisura. Complete results are available on the Cycling Association's website www.thaicycling.or.th.
The next event organized by the Cycling Association will be the 4th and final round of the 2026 Thailand Open Mountain Bike and Road Cycling Championship, held 12-13 September 2026 at Saranchit Mongkolsuk Stadium (Bueng Si Fai), Phichit province. Interested participants can register on the association's website www.thaicycling.or.th until 10 September at 12:00 noon, or onsite at the race headquarters near the Bird Watching Pavilion within Bueng Si Fai from 12:00 to 17:00. Registration is also available via QR code or link https://www.thaicycling.or.th/event-onsite, opening 11 September from 09:00 to 17:00. More details can be found on the Thailand Cycling Association Facebook page or by calling 0-2719-3340-2 during office hours.