December 16: Sports Day (Thailand)

National Sports Day is observed in Thailand every December 16. This holiday was established in 1986 to commemorate the day when King Bhumibol Adulyadej won a gold medal in sailing at the Fourth Southeast Asian Peninsular Games held in Bangkok in 1967. On this day, various sports competitions and events take place, encouraging public participation and promoting the importance of sports in daily life. Numerous award ceremonies for athletes are organized, and Thai sports associations host exhibitions dedicated to sports. The celebration highlights the contributions of King Bhumibol, an accomplished sailor and boat designer, and aims to foster national sports development.

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