 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source .(July 2022) |
| Thailand at the 2022 World Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
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| WA code | THA |
| in Eugene, Oregon 15–24 July 2022 | |
| Competitors | 1 (1 man) |
| Medals |
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| World Championships in Athletics appearances | |
Thailand competed at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene, United States, from 15 to 24 July 2022.
Thailand entered 1 athlete. [1]
| Athlete | Event | Heats | Final | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Result | Rank | Result | Rank | ||
| Kieran Tuntivate | 5000 metres | 14:29.28 | 40 | Did not advance | |
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