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Amid the trappings of success, Panipak does not forget her first coach

Olympic gold winner Panipak Wongpattanakit on Saturday visited her first taekwondo coach, Songsak Thipnang, in Hua Hin to express gratitude for his role in her blossoming as a taekwondo champion.

Songsak had trained her to become a part of the youth national taekwondo team in 2011.

Acting Pilot Officer Panipak Wongpattanakit, also known as “Tennis”, won the gold at the Tokyo Olympic Games in the 49kg women’s taekwondo.
On Saturday she along with her father made a personal visit to Songsak at Market Village in Hua Hin in Prachuap Khiri Khan province. Panipak also took along her Olympic gold medal.

She handed over the gold medal to her former coach and bowed before him. Both of them hugged happily after not having seen each other for a long time, as Panipak had been training hard for the Olympics, while Songsak had moved from Surat Thani to open a new school named “Huahin Taekwondo” for more than a year.

In a scene reminiscent of how her current coach Choi Young-seok had lifted her when the final competition result was announced at the Tokyo Olympics, Somsak gave Panipak back the medal and lifted her up. 

The mayor of Hua Hin, Nopporn Wuttikul, offered Panipak a bouquet on behalf of the people of Hua Hin. 
Panipak also signed autographs to coach Songsak’s students with a message: “Keep fighting, kids. I’m cheering for you,” written on the school’s board.

Panipak told the press that it was her intention to come and thank coach Songsak, the first coach, who had taught her when she was a child. His determination had inspired her to pursue the dream of becoming a youth national taekwondo athlete, and the goal of winning the Olympic gold, she said. 
She said she was thrilled to see him after many years, and to now appear as an inspiration for the young generation in Hua Hin. She also gave Songsak a promise to stay committed to the sport.

Coach Songsak said that he was proud of Panipak’s success. 
“Tennis was a determined student and I knew that she would become a national taekwondo athlete. It has always been my dream to see my student succeed on the sports career path and to hear the Thai national anthem in world competitions. Today, Tennis has made this dream come true.

“I would like to tell all the youths not to focus only on Tennis’ achievement, but to see in wide perspective that at every step of success, there always are difficulties and obstacles. Success is  achieved when you perform at your best. My appreciation goes to Tennis who has brought happiness back to the sport of taekwondo, including to all Thai people amid this Covid-19 crisis,” said the ex-coach.

Panipak also gave an autographed photo and souvenir to the coach, and took commemorative group photos with the children before she travelled back.

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Amid the trappings of success, Panipak does not forget her first coachAmid the trappings of success, Panipak does not forget her first coach

Published : August 22, 2021

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Panipak and Coach Choi attend to film ‘Online Taekwondo Class’ for Thai people

Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Thailand presents gifts for encouraging to ‘Olympic Hero’ Panipak and Coach Choi

On 19th August, H.E. Mr. LEE Wook-Heon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, met Thailand’s ‘Olympic Hero’ Panipak Wongpattanakit and National Taekwondo team Coach Choi Young-Seok, and presented bunch of flowers and various gifts including Hanbok(Korean traditional clothes). On this ceremony, H.E. Mr. Lee congratulated Panipak’s first Gold medal in Thailand’s Taekwondo history, and delivered gifts to both ‘hero’. By this gold medal that Panipak gained at Women’s Taekwondo in the 49kg category, Taekwondo has been in the ’three sports’, which reached the gold medal in the Olympic with Boxing and Weightlifting, and contributed to the increasing popularity of Taekwondo in Thailand. 

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After the ceremony, the Korean Cultural Center in Thailand film the demonstration for the ‘Online Taekwondo Class’ with Panipak, Coach Choi and other participants (Coach Chanatip Sonkham, Men’s 58kg Player Ramnarong Sawekwiharee, Youth Player Thanakrit Yodrak). KCC Thailand’s ‘Online Taekwondo Class’ is the Taekwondo introduction videos for Thai people who interested in learning Taekwondo by this opportunity, and it includes ‘Basic Taekwondo movement’, ’Taekwon-toning exercises’, ’Taekwon Dance’, etc. 

1 – H.E. Mr. LEE Wook-Heon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea presents gifts for Panipak Wongpattanakit and National

It starts from 31st August to 5th October by KCC Thailand’s SNS(Facebook @koreanculturalcenterTH, Youtube @ThaiKCC, Instagram @kccthailand), every Tuesday at 7pm. 

2 – Panipak and Coach Choi showed the Taekwondo movement for KCC Thailand’s ‘Online Taekwondo Class’

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea and KCC Thailand have constantly supported the development of Taekwondo in Thailand, by organizing classes, exhibitions, events, and sponsorship Taekwondo goods and competitions. Before Covid-19 pandemic, total 24,991 students in 2019 and 13,752 students in 2020 joined to learn Taekwondo by KCC Thailand.

Mr. Cho, Jae-il, the director of KCC Thailand said, “We hope the friendship and cultural exchange between Korea and Thailand will be more strengthen by the gold medal in Taekwondo and our Online Taekwondo Class this year”.

Published : August 19, 2021

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Lukaku returns to Chelsea, vows to live up to record transfer fee

Romlu Lukaku vows to live up to 97.5-million pounds transfer fee at Stamford Bridge.

Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku has vowed to replay the 97.5-million pounds (134 million US dollar) transfer fee, which has made him the club-record signing for Chelsea.

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Lukaku returns to the club he played for between 2011 and 2014 after leading Inter Milan to the Serie A title and will take the No. 9 shirt vacated by Tammy Abraham’s move to Roma.

“The dream is a reality, so now I have to prove myself on the pitch,” Lukaku said in his official presentation.

“Now I’m here, it’s time to get to work and let my performances do the talking. This is a dressing room with personality and I am glad to be back. As a footballer, you fight to achieve your dreams. I am here now and I can’t wait to be on the pitch and perform with my teammates,” he said.
 

The forward could make his first appearance of his second stage at the club at home against Arsenal and believes that playing for Inter Milan, after also being at Everton and Manchester United in the Premier League, has added an extra dimension to his game.

“The spaces are tighter (in Italy), it’s more technical and tactical, and that helped me a lot. The English game is different, but for me, it’s not something new. I think I’ve learned much more about myself, setting higher standards.”

Lukaku also praised Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta, saying, “he is a great captain. When I was in quarantine (after arriving in the UK), he was already messaging me and helping me to find a house.”

“He is a leader and there are many other players with a big personality in the dressing room. I am a player that likes to connect with people and make them feel comfortable to give them confidence. The players we have are worth it and they showed that last season,” said the striker, who believes Chelsea’s Champions League success last season shows they can challenge for the Premier League this time around.

Published : August 19, 2021

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Juventus signs Manuel Locatelli from Sassuolo

Serie A giants Juventus have finally wrapped up Manuel Locatellis transfer on Wednesday, as the Italian international joined the Bianconeri from Sassuolo on a loan deal with an obligation to buy.

Having come through the youth academy of AC Milan, Locatelli established himself as a gigantic presence at Mapei Stadium after moving to Sassuolo. In Azzurri’s triumphant Euro 2020 campaign this summer, the midfielder also provided an outstanding performance, as he bagged a brace in Italy’s 3-0 group victory over Switzerland.

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The negotiations between Juve and Sassuolo have been dragging on for months. It was reported Arsenal had a high offer, but the player only set his heart on the Old Lady.

According to Juve, an agreement with Sassuolo for the free temporary acquisition, until June 30, 2023, of the registration rights of Locatelli has been finalized.

“The agreement entails the obligation for Juventus to definitely acquire the player’s registrations rights, subject to the achievement of certain given sporting objectives by the end of the season 2022-23. The agreed consideration for the definitive acquisition is 25 million euros, payable in three years,” read a statement.

“Furthermore, a maximum of 12.5 million of cumulative bonuses are envisaged upon achievement of further sporting performance objectives,” it added.

Published : August 19, 2021

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Thai athletes fly off on quest for Tokyo Paralympics gold

Twenty-eight Thai Paralympians departed Suvarnabhumi Airport at around 10pm on Tuesday, on a mission for medals at the 2020 Summer Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

The Games run from August 24 to September 5.

Thai athletes fly off on quest for Tokyo Paralympics gold

The first batch of Paralympians comprised national teams for wheelchair fencing, table tennis and swimming. The rest of the Thai delegation will follow in the next few days.

Thai athletes fly off on quest for Tokyo Paralympics gold

A total of 74 Thai athletes have qualified to compete in 14 disciplines at this year’s Paralympics – the largest number since Thailand made its debut at the Games in 1984.

Thai athletes fly off on quest for Tokyo Paralympics gold

Thailand will compete in taekwondo, archery, badminton, wheelchair fencing, weightlifting, swimming, table tennis, wheelchair racing, cycling, shooting, wheelchair tennis, boccia, blind football and judo.

Published : August 18, 2021

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Bayern beat Dortmund to clinch 9th Supercup

Robert Lewandowski netted twice to help Bayern Munich beat Borussia Dortmund 3-1 and win their ninth German Supercup title.

Robert Lewandowski’s brace ensured Bayern Munich’s first trophy of the season after moving 3-1 past Borussia Dortmund in the Supercup 2021 at the Signal Iduna Park on Tuesday.

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As in tradition, the Supercup hosts the titleholders of the German Cup and the Bundesliga. Cup winners Dortmund and Bundesliga champions staged a fast-paced opening period without testing the goalkeepers.

Thomas Muller created the first clear-cut chance of the clash after 13 minutes but missed the target despite Serge Gnabry’s good build-up work.

Seven minutes later Dortmund should have opened the scoring, but Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was equal to Marco Reus’ effort from very close range.

Robert Lewandowski (front) of Bayern Munich celebrates scoring during their German Supercup tie against Borussia Dortmund in Dortmund, Germany, Aug. 17, 2021.

Bayern responded with two promising opportunities in quick succession, but for all that, neither Muller nor Lewandowski was able to overcome Gregor Kobel at the half-hour mark.

Dortmund continued to attack, but Youssoufa Moukoko’s goal was ruled offside before Neuer had to be on guard to deny Haaland.

The opener was scored at the other end of the pitch though as Gnabry’s cross into the area found Lewandowski, who made no mistake to head home from a central position in the 41st minute.

After the restart, the German champions started where they left off and doubled their advantage as Alphonso Davis raced down the left wing before squaring into the path of Muller, who poked home into the empty goal with three minutes played in the second half.

Despite the 2-0, Dortmund continued unimpressed and kept Bayern’s defense busy as Haaland had another goal ruled offside in the 53rd minute.

Dortmund’s efforts paid off at the hour mark when Jude Bellingham’s square pass allowed Reus to unleash a hammer into the top right corner, halving the deficit from the edge of the box.

Marco Rose’s men gained momentum and were about to take over, but Manuel Akanji’s poor pass, deep in Dortmund territory, got intercepted by Corentin Tolisso. The Frenchman teed up for Lewandowski, whose second goal of the night broke Dortmund’s resilience in the 74th minute.

“We are of course disappointed as we wanted to win. I think both sides staged an entertaining encounter over 90 minutes for the spectators. I saw a lot of good things but also a lot we need to improve,” Dortmund head coach Rose said.

“We have defended very well in the first half and should have scored earlier. It is great to start the season with a title,” Bayern head coach Julian Nagelsmann said.

Marius Wolf (R) of Dortmund vies with Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich during their German Supercup match in Dortmund, Germany, Aug. 17, 2021.

Published : August 18, 2021

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England striker Abraham joins Roma on five-year deal

Italian Serie A side Roma announced the arrival of Tammy Abraham from Chelsea on Tuesday, after the hitman signed a five-year deal.

Having come through the youth ranks of Chelsea, Abraham contributed 30 goals in 82 competitive appearances at Stamford bridge.

“Abraham, 23, joins the club from Premier League side Chelsea–with whom he won the Champions League earlier this year–for a fee of 40 million euros,” Roma announced in a statement.

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“The overall transfer agreement also includes a number of performance-related clauses, based on the achievements of both the player and the club. Chelsea will also retain the right to a percentage of any future transfer fee involving the striker,” it added.

After introducing Abraham, Rome has completed a merry-go-round with Chelsea and Inter Milan, as the Blues splashed out a club-record fee of 97.5 million pounds to sign back Romelu Lukaku from Inter, while the Nerazzurri brought Edin Dzeko from the Giallorossi as a replacement.

Abraham will wear the No. 9 shirt in the upcoming new Serie A season.

Published : August 18, 2021

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Japan will ban spectators from Paralympic venues in and around Tokyo, except some school children

TOKYO – Japan will ban spectators from Paralympic venues in and around Tokyo due to the spread of coronavirus, organizers announced Monday, as it once more opens the country to athletes from around the world to compete in largely empty stadiums.

The Paralympic Games will begin on Aug. 24, just a few weeks after the conclusion of the Olympic Games, which also were held without spectators at the vast majority of venues. A state of emergency declaration is in effect in Tokyo and surrounding prefectures for the rest of August, and likely until the end of the Paralympics in early September.

“I very much regret this situation has impacted the Paralympic Games following the Olympic Games,” Seiko Hashimoto, president of the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee, said at a news conference Monday evening. “We hope that you understand that these measures are unavoidable and being implemented in order to prevent the spread of infection. Everyone is encouraged to watch the Games at home.”

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The only approved spectators will be children from schools that request to attend, and are located nearby the Games venues – a decision that organizers hope would teach students about living in a more inclusive society, but raises safety questions given the low vaccination rates among children and amid signs that children may be more susceptible to the delta variant.

Organizers said the school program may be canceled if infections drastically worsen. In the meantime, they said they wanted Japanese students to witness the achievements of Paralympians who overcame challenges posed by their disabilities and the pandemic.

“In the case of Paralympians, they have my greatest respect, so much so that children should directly experience how the Paralympians are performing, how they are trying. I think it’s the greatest education we can give,” said Hashimoto, a seven-time Olympian who represented Japan as a cyclist and speed skater.

The spectator ban was largely expected, after the Olympic Games were held without fans in the vast majority of venues. The Olympics coincided with a rise in covid cases that reached record levels in Tokyo and throughout Japan, even though Olympics-related positive cases largely held steady.

Organizers asked fans to refrain from gathering in large crowds on the street to watch cycling events in the roads or to take photos with the Olympic cauldron.

Tokyo 2020 chief executive Toshiro Muto added that organizers have heightened concerns about the covid risks for athletes with disabilities.

Makoto Shimoaraiso, a Japanese government official guiding the country’s pandemic response, warned in a briefing on Monday about the rise in severely ill covid cases in Japan. He said the government hopes to see a dramatic reduction in the flow of foot traffic in congested areas of Tokyo, and asked residents to get tested before traveling for their summer holidays this month.

Published : August 17, 2021

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Man City start title defense with defeat while title rivals all kick off with wins

Son Heung-min scored the lone goal as Tottenham Hotspur handed 1-0 defeat to defending champions Manchester City in their Premier League season opener.

Manchester City’s title defense got off to a false start as they lost 1-0 to Tottenham in their opening game of the season on Sunday afternoon.

Son Heung-min’s 55th-minute goal gave Tottenham all three points in a game given extra spice by Manchester City’s well-publicized pursuit of Spurs’ captain, Harry Kane.

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Kane was not included in his side’s squad with coach Nuno Espiritu Santo saying that the striker, who only returned to training a week ago, was not match fit.

Jack Grealish made his debut for Manchester City, but the game showed just why Pep Guardiola is looking to sign Kane as his side played some pretty football, but lacked bite in their rivals’ area.

West Ham began where they left off last season with a 4-2 win away to Newcastle United after twice coming back from behind in Sunday’s other game.

Callum Wilson put Newcastle ahead in the fifth minute only for Aaron Cresswell to level in the 18th minute and although Jacob Murphey put Newcastle back in front before halftime, a second-half blitz saw Said Benrahma, Tomas Soucek and Michail Antonio blitz Newcastle with three goals in 13 minutes, with Antonio also seeing a penalty saved in that spell.

Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick on Saturday as Manchester United beat Leeds United 5-1. Fernandes put his side ahead in the 30th minute and although Luke Ayling drew Leeds level three minutes after halftime, goals from Mason Greenwood and Fernandez in the 52nd and 54th minute decided the game before Fernandes completed his hat-trick on 60 minutes and Fred made it 5-1 eight minutes later.

Jadon Sancho made his debut as a late substitute to end a perfect start for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side.

Chelsea also got off to a confident start as they ruined Patrick Viera’s debut as Crystal Palace coach with a 3-0 win at Stamford Bridge, with Marcos Alonso and Christian Pulisic putting them 2-0 up at the break before defender Trevor Chalobah scored his first Premier League goal just before the hour.

Virgil van Dijk was back in defense as Liverpool spoiled Norwich’s return to the Premier League with a 3-0 win at Carrow Road with goals from strikers, Diogo Jota, Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah.

Jamie Vardy netted the only goal of the game as Leicester City kicked off their season with a 1-0 win at home to Wolves, who moved the ball around well, but looked blunt in attack.

Rafa Benitez may not have been a popular choice to replace Carlo Ancelotti, but the former Liverpool boss’ stock will have risen after second-half goals from Richarlison, Abdoulaye Doucoure and Dominic Calvert-Lewin helped his side win after conceding an early Adam Armstrong goal against Southampton.

Watford had a winning return to the top flight with goals from Emmanuel Bonaventure, Ismaila Sarr and ‘Cucho’ Hernandez taking them to a 3-2 victory at home to Aston Villa.

Goals from Neal Maupay and Alex McAlister saw Brighton overturn James Tarkovski’s second-minute opener for Burnley to take all three points at Turf Moor.

Newly promoted Brentford kicked off the new season in winning style on Friday night as goals in each half from Sergi Canos and Christian Norgaard gave them a 2-0 win over a very disappointing Arsenal.

Published : August 16, 2021

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Barca show there is life without Messi, while Atletico, Real Madrid both win in Spain

FC Barcelona started their La Liga season with a 4-2 win over Real Sociedad on Sunday, showing there is life without Lionel Messi.

FC Barcelona showed there is life without Messi as they kicked off their season with a 4-2 win at home to Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Martin Braithwaite scored twice for Barca after Gerard Pique had put them ahead with a header from a free-kick, and with Memphis Depay involved in two of Barca’s goals, Sergio Busquets, Pedri and Frenkie de Jong impressive in midfield and Eric Garcia confident in defense, the home side looked to be cruising.

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Two goals in the 81st and 83rd minute from debutant Julen Lobete, who was making his debut for Real Sociedad, and Mikel Oyarzabal gave Real Sociedad a lifeline, but Sergi Roberto popped up at the far post to assure the points for Barca after a pass from Braithwaite.

Angel Correa scored twice to get Atletico Madrid’s title defense off to a winning start with a 2-1 win on their difficult visit to Celta Vigo.

Atletico showed their typical defensive toughness and Correa, who scored the goal that won the title for the club at the end of last season, opened the scoring in the first half.

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Celta equalized from the penalty spot after Marcos Llorente handled in the Atletico area, but Correa was sharp once again to net the decisive goal after a pass from Koke.

Aspas had a great chance to equalize but incredibly put the ball wide in the closing minutes after taking the ball past Atletico keeper Jan Oblak.

Thanks to a brace from new Argentine recruit Erik Lamela, Sevilla beat Rayo Vallecano 3-0 late on Sunday night. Moroccan international Youssef En-Nesyri scored a first-half penalty for the home side.

Real Madrid got off to a winning start with two goals from Karim Benzema, a header from defender Nacho Fernandez and a late goal from Vinicius Jr giving them a 4-1 win away to Alaves on Saturday night.

Benzema and Luka Modric were the star performers for Real Madrid, while both Gareth Bale and Eden Hazard were in Carlo Ancelotti’s starting 11.

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Saturday’s three other games all ended in draws with Wu Lei playing 63 minutes as Espanyol returning to LaLiga with a 0-0 draw away to Osasuna.

Mallorca also returned to La Liga with a point as they drew 1-1 at home to Betis with an own goal from Mallorca keeper Manolo Reina after Juanmi’s shot salvaging a point for Betis after Brian Olivan had put Mallorca ahead.

There was late drama in Cadiz as a goal in the sixth minute of injury time from Alfonso Espino rescued a point for the home side after they had been outplayed by Levante for most of the game and led through Jose Luis Morales’ 50th top-flight goal.

On Friday night, Carlos Soler got Valencia and new boss Pepe Bordalas off to a winning start with a 1-0 win at home to Bordalas’ former club Getafe.

Valencia had defender Hugo Guillamon sent off in the second minute of the game, but Soler’s first-half penalty was enough to give them a win in a bad-tempered match.

Villarreal play Granada and Elche face Athletic Club on Monday night.

Published : August 16, 2021

By : xinhua