Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai

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Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai are a renowned Thai badminton duo. Dechapol, born on May 20, 1997, initially gained prominence by winning the gold medal in boys' doubles at the 2014 BWF World Junior Championships. He later partnered with Sapsiree, born on April 18, 1992, to achieve significant success in mixed doubles. Together, they won gold at the 2017 SEA Games and the 2021 BWF World Championships, becoming the first Thai pair to claim a world title. Their partnership has been highly successful, with achievements including two HSBC BWF World Tour Finals titles and a climb to the world number one ranking. They competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics, reaching the quarterfinals. Sapsiree has also had individual success, winning a gold medal at the Youth Olympic Games and titles in various Grand Prix events across different disciplines. The duo's accomplishments have marked a new era for Thai badminton, showcasing their skill and dedication to the sport.