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Gallery: 20 killer shots of Thailand’s athletes at the 2010 Asian Games

Gallery: 20 killer shots of Thailand's athletes at the 2010 Asian Games

Gravity-defying feats, agonizing falls and moments of athletic greatness make up this photographic tribute to Thailand's solid run at the 2010 Asian Games
Asian GamesNa Ayu Sukhavasti of Thailand competes in the men's long jump final in the athletics competition at the 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou.

The 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou, China came to an end on the weekend after 15 days packed full with 476 events in 42 sports. Thailand came out a respectable 9th out of the 36 nations, winning 11 golds, 9 silver and 32 bronze. 

In honor of Thailand’s hard-working athletes here's a gallery of 20 fantastic shots from the 14-day event that highlight the pain and skill that goes along with representing your country. 

 

Asian Games 2010
Not a sport for the weak. Sriprapa Tho-Kaew of Thailand gives Sotheara Chov of Cambodia a crushing blow in the Women's Freestyle 48 kg Wrestling repechage round at Huagong Gymnasium.

 

Siriat Lueprasert
A very flexible Siriat Lueprasert of Thailand performs during the rhythmic gymnastics individual all-around qualification and team final at the 16th Asian Games.

 

Seechaichana
Seechaichana of Thailand competes in the women's triple jump final at Aoti Main Stadium.

 

Kabaddi
No, they're not brawling. Tongnun Treeveraporn of Thailand is in the middle of a lively game of kabaddi, a team contact sport.

 

Takraw
Anuwat Chaichana of Thailand returns the takraw to Malaysia during a men's sepaktakraw match at the Haizhu sports stadium. Thailand defeated Malaysia 2-0 to take the gold medal, with Malaysia the silver and China and Myanmar the bronze.

 


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