AKP Phnom Penh, February 17, 2026 -- Cambodia has grabbed a gold medal at the 45th Singapore Open Windsurfing, Wing & Wind Foiling Championship 2026, held in Singapore, according to the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC).

The gold medal was secured by Cambodian athlete Mr. Keo Phearun in the Windsurfing Techno 293 Open category, competing against nine athletes. Meanwhile, Mr. Sem Prospov participated in the iQFoil Open category and finished fourth among seven competitors, the NOCC announced on Feb. 16.

The 45th Singapore Open Windsurfing, Wing & Wind Foiling Championship 2026 took place from Feb. 12 to 15, attracting around 50 athletes from countries across the region.

The Cambodian Sailing Federation (CSF) described the achievement as a new milestone for Cambodian sailing at the international level, noting that the competition provided an important opportunity for athletes to strengthen their skills and enhance competitiveness. It also served as key preparation for the 20th Asian Games, scheduled to be held in September 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

The CSF added that it plans to continue sending athletes to international competitions, including events in Malaysia and Singapore, to gain experience and compete for more medals for the nation.

By Lim Nary