King Rama V recognized the value of MuayThai. In order to promote interest
in Thai sports, the King encouraged MuayThai tournaments. He also encouraged
the promotion of Muay Luang, or royal boxing centers to train youngsters. These
Muay Luang also organized and controlled MuayThai tournaments. The royal
office would also send official invitations to the heads of Muay Luang inviting
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their boxers to participate in particular events and festivals. Winners at such
events were promoted by His Majesty the King to a position callen ‘Muen’, or
first-rank officer.
in Thai sports, the King encouraged MuayThai tournaments. He also encouraged
the promotion of Muay Luang, or royal boxing centers to train youngsters. These
Muay Luang also organized and controlled MuayThai tournaments. The royal
office would also send official invitations to the heads of Muay Luang inviting
11
their boxers to participate in particular events and festivals. Winners at such
events were promoted by His Majesty the King to a position callen ‘Muen’, or
first-rank officer.
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