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Re-elected boxing boss Pichai eyes Games glory

Boxing chief Pichai Chunhavajira.

Pichai Chunhavajira has set sights on Paris Olympics gold medal after being elected Thailand’s boxing boss for the fourth term on Sunday.

Pichai received a total of 69 votes from member associations, beating Thailand Boxing Association (TBA) technical chief Somchai Poonsawat, who received 34 votes.

It was reported that Pichai promised to step down after the Tokyo Olympics to open the way for Somchai.

However, Pichai changed his mind, prompting Somchai to stand in yesterday’s election.

After winning yesterday’s election, Pichai told media he was pleased with the result and vowed to lead the Thai national boxing team to win gold in Paris 2024.

“I would like to thank all parties for today’s event. A special thanks must go to Khun Somchai, who has been working very hard for…

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