Preyahathai Aroonvanichporn underlined her rising status in Thai equestrian sport with a double triumph at the 2025 King’s Cup Thailand Championship Dressage and Pony Dressage Final at the Royal Thai Army Riding Club, Sanam Pao, Bangkok, last month.
The 17-year-old rider delivered assured performances to claim first place in both the Young Rider Novice and Junior Preliminary categories, confirming her reputation as one of the country’s brightest prospects in dressage.
Preyahathai’s impact extends well beyond the arena. She is the founder of SafeSwim, a youth-led volunteer initiative that brings together students from more than 15 schools in Thailand and abroad. The group focuses on water safety and drowning prevention, with a particular emphasis on supporting children with disabilities, especially those with hearing impairments.
The programme has gained national recognition for its inclusive approach to safety education.
On World Drowning Prevention Day, SafeSwim was honoured with the Outstanding Youth Activity Award, presented jointly by the Ministry of Public Health and the World Health Organisation (WHO) Thailand. The award highlighted the group’s contribution to raising awareness and equipping vulnerable children with life-saving skills.
For Preyahathai, the accolade reflects the same discipline and commitment she brings to her sport. Her achievements at the King’s Cup and her leadership of SafeSwim mark her as a standout figure in Thai youth sport.