Attha-boy! Maiden title at last for Atthapol

The 29-year-old Atthapol crossed the finish line first in the 40km men’s category in 1:14.38.55 hours for his maiden crown after coming second 12 months ago.
“I gave my all out there and the result made me happy. My effort finally paid off after taking part in this competition for a few years,” said Atthapol after his great day at at Singha Park.
It had certainly taken some sacrifice on his part – Atthapol barely had time to ride competitively due to working in his family business (preserved bamboo shoots). Sathit Setchaiyan came second with a time of 1:16.59.99.

In the 20kg women’s division, Samui-based Nathalie also claimed her first title in the open category with a time of 59:18.27 minutes ahead of Theerarat Pittayanurak (1:00.37.95).
“Although I’m small, it gives me some advantages, especially in the sloping areas. I’m happy to live up to the expectations from fans who were rooting for me along the way,” said Nathalie, an 11th grade student from Theeparatpittaya School. 
The 17-year-old, who won the Asian Junior Championships cross country in Chai Nat province last year, has now set her sights on making the national squad for the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia.
“I need to train hard and work on my fitness to make the team,” said the ambitious teenager. “But my ultimate goal is to take part in the Olympics one day. It will be an honour to represent Thailand in such a great event.”