Following an impressive performance at the Thai National Swimming Championships in April, Jaidee continued his rigorous training throughout the summer to prepare for the Swiss Nationals in mid-July.
His hard work paid off as he qualified for multiple events, including the 200-metre and 400m freestyle, 200m individual medley (IM), and the 100m and 200m breaststroke. In these challenging competitions, Jaidee secured impressive top positions, earning second place in the 200m freestyle, 200m IM and 100m breaststroke, as well as a commendable third place in the 400m freestyle.
His accomplishments reflect his dedication and skill, making the BISP community incredibly proud. To further enhance his training, Jaidee had the opportunity to train with Coach James Goddard at Wellington College in Bangkok for three weeks, an invaluable experience that will undoubtedly contribute to his future success.
Meanwhile, BISP Year 12 student Duana, representing Nepal, made waves at the World Championships, held between July 14 - 30 in Fukuoka, Japan.
She competed fiercely in the 100 and 200-metre freestyle events, demonstrating her remarkable skills and determination on the global stage.
Additionally, Duana celebrated remarkable achievements at the Nepalese National Games, where she secured an impressive six gold medals and set a new national record in the 50-metre breaststroke event.
Her exceptional performance earned her the highest World Aquatics Federation (FINA) points and the overall trophy, highlighting her talent as a true swimming sensation.
The achievements of both Jaidee and Duana serve as an inspiration to the school community, a BISP respresentative said. “We eagerly anticipate their future successes as they continue to represent BISP and their respective nations on the international swimming stage,” they added.
Both Jaidee and Duana are now back in training and gearing up for their upcoming competitions respectively.