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Thai Paralympians Receive Generous Cash Rewards

Thai athletes who competed in the Paralympic Games in Paris are set to receive a total of 135 million baht in cash rewards for their achievements. Thailand secured 30 medals, including six gold, 11 silver, and 13 bronze, making it their best performance to date. The National Sports Development Fund will distribute these prizes, and Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has expressed pride and gratitude towards the athletes.
Thai athletes who competed in the Paralympic Games in Paris are set to receive a total of 135 million baht in cash rewards for their achievements.

Thailand secured 30 medals, including six gold, 11 silver, and 13 bronze, ranking 21st overall.

This represents the best outcome for Thai Paralympians to date, surpassing their performance in the 2016 Brazil Paralympics.

The National Sports Development Fund will distribute the cash prizes: 7.2 million baht for each gold, 4.8 million baht for each silver, and 3 million baht for each bronze.

Notably, wheelchair fencer Saysunee Jana will receive 24.6 million baht for her three golds and one bronze medal.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed pride and gratitude towards the athletes and highlighted the inspiration they provide for future generations of Paralympians.
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