Sawangjit “Seung” Sae-ngow, PhD

Swim Coach/ Pe Teacher, Brighton College International School Bangkok

Industry : Lifestyle

This swim coach is most proud of being a finisher–the first Thai team and first Thai woman too–of UTMB-PTL 2022 (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc/Petite Trotte à Léon), one of the toughest trail races in the world, with a distance of 302 kms across the Alps in France, Italy and Switzerland within the Mont-Blanc massif, and 27,649 m of ascent. It took her 6.5 days (max time allowed 152 hours 30 min), with no way-markers at all. Her next challenge will be to tackle an ultra triathlon, which should be a cinch considering her track record. Her other favourite outdoor activities include rock climbing, cycling, kayaking, scuba diving and paragliding. She hopes to be known as the female ultra trail runner who inspired women in running. She got her spiritual and physical strength from her mother who also taught her to be honest and supportive to others. Music helps her relax and manage her stress, boosts her motivation and gets her going again.