Daegu: Sawang Janpram, the oldest competitor at the World Masters Athletics Championships (WMAC) in Daegu, South Korea, has captured the spotlight by winning two gold medals in the event. According to Yonhap News Agency, the 106-year-old Thai athlete secured a gold medal in the men's 400-gram javelin throw for competitors aged 100 and older, achieving a throw of 10.04 meters on his first attempt. This victory follows his earlier success in the 1-kilogram discus throw, where he set an amateur world record with a throw of 7.59 meters. Janpram's latest achievements add to his impressive collection of 80 medals since he began exercising at the age of 80 and entered his first sporting competition at 97. In a special interview organized by the WMAC committee, he expressed the significance of competing, describing it as a joyous experience. He also revealed his ambition to compete in a major track event in Thailand in 2027. Emphasizing the importance of health, Janpram remarked, "Health is something that is very important. I hope young people remember this and exercise every day." Janpram, accompanied by his daughter and coach Siripan, 74, joins over 11,000 participants from 106 countries in the WMAC Daegu. The championships continue through Thursday next week, featuring 34 categories in track, field, and road racing.