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Published : July 14, 2022
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Jadon Sancho, Diogo Dalot and Tahith Chong battled for supremacy in a one-hour cooking competition – one of six events organised for the Man Utd team to showcase Thai culture at their Athenee Hotel. The events also gave fans a chance to mingle with the Premier League players, who were in town for a pre-season clash with Liverpool on Tuesday.
Fans grabbed the rare chance to take selfies with their favourite players, as Manchester United returned to Thailand for the first time since 2013.
The cooking competition saw the Man Utd trio take on the challenge of making som tam (spicy papaya salad) and smoothies. The football stars showed off surprisingly sharp culinary skills, suggesting they were no strangers to the kitchen.
Their efforts were judged by the stern eye of the hotel’s chef, who chose Sancho as the winner, with Darlot scoring the runners-up prize and Chong taking third.
The event was joined by 18 fans who won places via Marriott Bonvoy membership. All took home the new Man Utd 2022-23 home shirt, autographs from players and an apron.
Manchester United legends also held a private dinner on the Chao Phraya River aboard the Sirimahannop, the replica of a Royal Thai Navy ship.
Published : July 14, 2022
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Off the back of a 4-0 routing of Liverpool in Bangkok in Erik ten Hag’s first match as manager, United take on Australian outfit Melbourne Victory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday (July 15).
Ten Hag’s men then face Premier League rivals Crystal Palace at the same venue four days later, before meeting Aston Villa in Perth on July 23.
Ten Hag’s side will then travel back to Europe for a weekend double-header when they face Atletico Madrid in Oslo on July 30 before facing Rayo Vallecano at Old Trafford on July 31.
Will Fish will join the United squad in Australia after Axel Tuanzebe left the pre-season tour. The 24-year-old did not train in the open session at the Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok on Monday night and was absent from the squad for the victory over Liverpool.
United flew to Melbourne after the match, but Tuanzebe remained at the team hotel in Bangkok. A club spokesman said: “Axel returned back to Manchester this morning to deal with a small personal issue.”
Published : July 13, 2022
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Playing under overcast sky, the 30-year-old from Khon Kaen fired seven birdies against three bogeys to finish atop the first round leaders’ board at the par 72 6,343 layout. She was a shot ahead of unfancied Yupaporn Kawinpakorn, ex-LPGA member Nontaya Srisawang and 16-year-old Kornkanok Sungpankhao.
“I’m quite focused with my game and everything went smoothly. I’m quite proud with my mental game and the way I stuck to my game plan,” said Patcharajutar or “PK” a short name called by fellow players.
Patcharajutar who posted three top 10 finishes on the LPGA Tour has been on a superb form this year, settling as a runner-up three times on a local tour. Despite being unable to win those events, she remains positive about her chance this week.
“Even I didn’t win those tournaments, I’m getting more and more confident to be so close at winning. I know I’m getting there. All I need is to stay patient,” added PK who still hopes to return to the LPGA Tour since her last participation in 2019.
“I need to play in Asia for awhile to regain my confidence. Right now, I feel more comfortable playing at home. Once I’m ready, I will want to play on the LPGA once again,” she said.
Yupaporn, with three birdies after the turn, shot a 69 to sit a stroke back. The 31-year-old from Samutprakarn has a good memory at this course where she produced her best result on homesoil by finishing at second in a match-play event last year.
“I’m quite familiar with this course but it’s still a very tough one. You need to hit the fairways and keep the ball on play all time. If you lose your concentration even a bit, you will end up in disaster,” said Yupaporn, looking for her first victory since winning a China LPGA Tour event in 2018.
Another former LPGA player Nonthiya came back from one over par to fire four birdies on holes No 4, 5, 6 and 8 to finish with a 69.
“I’m happy with my game by hitting a lot of fairways and had great up and down shots. The course condition is quite tough, so I need to adjust to weather well and try to make as fewer errors as possible,” said the 34-year-old Nonthiya who hopes to end the seven-year drought of title since winning in Taiwan in 2015.
Despite her good start, Kornkanok who just turned professional in March hoped just to make the cut this week despite the fact that she won on this course as a junior back in 2020.“My goal is to improve my game as I’m just in my rookie year. I want to learn as much experience as possible in order to improve my game. That’s why I decided to turn pro at such a young age,” said the girl from Karasin.
Published : July 13, 2022
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The tournament carries a total prize money of 1.47 million baht. It will be held in five rounds in five provinces for four age groups: U11, U13, U15 and U17. Each class will have five categories: men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles.
The first round will kick off at Central Nakhon Ratchasima on July 13-17; second round from September 14-18 at Central Festival Chiang Mai; third round at Central Chaengwattana, Nonthaburi from October 5-9; fourth round at Central Surat Thani from November 16-20 and the final round at Central Rama II, Bangkok from October 14-18.
Association president Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul said the Toyota Youth Super Series 2022 is a follow-up tournament to the Toyota Junior Badminton Championships 2022 held in June, which is a Level 1 ranking tournament for players under-19 years old.
“The June tournament was a huge success with 660 players participating,” she said. “In the Super Series tournament, we aim to promote the competition at the regional level to attract top players from each province and find the best players under 17 years old.”
“Furthermore, athletes who win the final round of Toyota Youth Super Series 2022 in the U15 and U17 classes will become Thailand’s representatives to compete in the Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Junior Championships,” she added.
Published : July 13, 2022
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Manchester United beat Liverpool 4-0 in a one-off match to win “The Match Bangkok Century Cup 2022” in front of over 50,000 fans at Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok on Tuesday.
The club’s new manager, Erik ten Hag, and captain Bruno Fernandes lifted the trophy together at the award ceremony in front of the packed stadium.
However, netizens were critical of the size and design of the trophy.
The base of the trophy is a modified computer case. Computer hardware store Advice is a sponsor.
Both Thai and foreign fans questioned the design as the bottom part of the trophy was a model of Rajamangala Stadium.
A Facebook user posted after the match that the trophy was left behind in the press room and netizens were curious if the organiser would send it to the team.
Event organiser Fresh Air Festival later said the company would be sending the trophy to UK.
The company explained that since Manchester United was travelling to Australia for pre-season matches soon after the game ended in Bangkok, it was difficult for the team to carry the trophy. Also, the media had requested to take a closer look at the trophy.
Manchester United will play against Melbourne Victory on Friday in Melbourne, and Premier League rivals Crystal Palace on July 19 in Perth.
Published : July 13, 2022
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Before the match, Fresh Air CEO Vinij Lertratanachai, 60, was the public face for the event, often seen in the media with both good and bad news. So who is Vinij?
Vinij was a famous DJ and actor in films and many TV shows before becoming the CEO of Fresh Air Festival.
Fresh Air Festival was established on March 9, 2009, to hold business and product exhibitions. Vinij owns 150,000 shares in the company, which account for 50 per cent of the 30-million-baht authorised capital. The company has reported losses in all years since 2016.
Fresh Air Festival’s performance in the last five years is as follows:
2016
Total revenue: 126.59 million baht
Net loss: 41.155 million baht
2017
Total revenue: 65.496 million baht
Net loss: 14.729 million baht
2018
Total revenue: 99.904 million baht
Net loss: 8.339 million baht
2019
Total revenue: 80.256 million baht
Net loss: 6.23 million baht
2020
Total revenue: 90.214 million baht
Net loss: 23.602 million baht
The company has organised several famous events from music festivals, countdown events, concerts, light shows, stage performances, military parades, and sports events.
Fresh Air Festival has organised many big events before but it is undeniable that the match between Manchester United and Liverpool might be the biggest and most challenging event for the company.
It was the first time that Manchester United and Liverpool played each other in Asia, while there was also the Jackson Wang pre-match concert to attract K-pop fans.
Organising the match was tough because there were several problems regarding the 400-million-baht financial support from the Sports Authority of Thailand or tickets being more expensive in Thailand than those sold in Anfield, England.
There was also a controversy over social media influencer Pimrypie selling tickets at a discounted price with perks not offered to other buyers, and computer hardware store Advice selling tickets at half-price at the venue before the match.
Published : July 13, 2022
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Adriano Moraes and Demetrious Johnson will headline the evening, with “Mighty Mouse” chasing redemption against the longtime divisional king after suffering the first knockout of his career in their first meeting. But that won’t be the only One gold up for grabs at the spectacle.
Liam Harrison and Nong-O Gaiyanghadao will also go head-to-head inside the Singapore Indoor Stadium. “Hitman” will be hoping to do what no fighter has been able to accomplish so far, and that’s end the One bantamweight Muay Thai world champion’s reign at the top.
The second One Flyweight Muay Thai World Grand Prix semifinal will fill another slot on the exciting card. Rodtang Jitmuangnon faces Savvas Michael for a place in the tournament’s final. Both “The Iron Man” and “The Baby Face Killer” were standouts in the quarterfinals, and they will both look to outdo their last performances.
In addition, an alternate Grand Prix bout has been added to the event, with Amir Naseri taking on Jonathan “The General” Haggerty for a chance to compete in the final should anything go awry for the other competitors.
The main card will be topped off by a two heavyweight MMA battles. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida will attempt to go 4-0 in the all-encompassing sport when he faces Kirill Grishenko, and Amir Aliakbari will return to the Circle to face Mauro Cerilli.
Fans will be guaranteed fireworks from the very start of the event, too, thanks to a stacked lead card that will feature four of the best fighters on One’s female roster.
Itsuki Hirata is set to square off with Lin Heqin in atomweight MMA action, and Diandra Martin and Amber Kitchen will collide in a catchweight Muay Thai contest.
Main Card For One 161: Moraes vs. Johnson II
(c) Adriano Moraes vs. Demetrious Johnson (One Flyweight World Title)
(c) Nong-O Gaiyanghadao vs. Liam Harrison (One Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title)
Rodtang Jitmuangnon vs. Savvas Michael (Flyweight World Grand Prix semifinal)
Marcus Almeida vs. Kirill Grishenko (MMA – heavyweight)
Amir Aliakbari vs. Mauro Cerilli (MMA – heavyweight)
Amir Naseri vs. Jonathan Haggerty (Flyweight World Grand Prix alternate)
Lead Card For One 161: Moraes vs. Johnson II
Itsuki Hirata vs. Lin Heqin (MMA – women’s atomweight)
Diandra Martin vs. Amber Kitchen (Muay Thai – catchweight of 128 pounds)
In the meantime, download the One Super App to catch all the action at One 159: De Ridder v Bigdash on Friday, 22 July, at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Published : July 13, 2022
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The four goals came from Jadon Sancho, Fred, Anthony Martial, and Facundo Pellistri.
Manchester United’s players on Tuesday posted messages of thanks to Thai fans.
Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea posted, “Thank you Thailand, Incredible support”.
Goalscorer Facundo Pellistri posted, “Amazing night!, Thanks reds for your support wherever we go”.
Another goalscorer Fred posted, “A good way to start the pre-season. Thanks God!”
Manchester United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka posted with a Costa Rica flag, “Thailand it’s been a pleasure thanks for your love & support”.
Another right-back Diogo Datlot posted, “Amazing support in Thailand, Was a pleasure, thank you!”
Several Liverpool players also thanked the fans despite losing to United.
Liverpool centre-back Virgil Van Dijk posted, “Big thank you to the Thailand Reds! I have genuinely enjoyed every minute of being here.”
“Hope to see you guys back here in the future or at Anfield!
“Of course, a lot to work on but good for everyone to get important minutes on the pitch today.”
Young midfielder Harvey Elliot posted, ”Nice to be back out there again! Thank you for the support”.
Manchester United has left Thailand to play two pre-season matches in Australia.
The team will play against Melbourne Victory on Friday in Melbourne, and Premier League rivals Crystal Palace on July 19 in Perth.
Meanwhile, Liverpool will play Crystal Palace on Friday in Singapore.
Published : July 13, 2022
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“As I said, a lot of good situations. I saw a lot of good performances in moments, but no consistency.” Juergen Klopp Liverpool manager said.
“We were sometimes in a rush, we were too high. Anyway, with the way United defended in a man marking system – especially in midfield – we lost the ball at the wrong moments, gave the ball away and they finished the situations off, that’s what was obvious stuff that we have to improve, even if we would’ve won 4-0. It’s just the start of the preseason and now we carry on.”
“When you lose 4-0 and you talk about the game without (talking about) the result, we have a lot of good things to talk about in our team. But if we do it like it should be – not forgetting the result – then we have to consider that we lost 4-0 and so more things didn’t go too well because we made some mistakes – that’s normal – but, we have to pay the price and that’s what we did tonight.”
Liverpool will go to Singapore to day and will play against Crystal Palace on 15 July
Published : July 13, 2022
By : Reuters
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