Which world superstars will be competing at the 33rd SEA Games?

Many famous, world-class athletes participated in the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand. Most notably among them was Alexandra Eala, a female tennis player ranked in the top 50 in the world.

Tennis player Alexandra Eala is the most talked-about name at the 33rd SEA Games - Photo: REUTERS

After several days of competition, athletes are fiercely competing in all sports at the 33rd SEA Games. And below are some athletes who have made a name for themselves in international sporting events:

Alexandra Eala - a tennis star ranked in the top 50 in the world.

Alexandra Eala (20 years old) is a Filipino professional tennis player and a student of legendary player Rafael Nadal. She reached her career-highest ranking of 50th in the world (WTA) in November 2025, after defeating several top 5 players and Grand Slam champions.

Eala began competing professionally in 2020, winning ITF championships and gradually progressing in the WTA system.

This 20-year-old female tennis player is said to have a playing style quite similar to Rafael Nadal, as she also holds the racket with her left hand.

At the 31st SEA Games, Alexandra Eala represented the Philippines and won bronze medals in the women's singles, women's team, and mixed doubles events. In 2025, she will return to Southeast Asia's biggest sporting event with all the pride and hope of the Filipino people.

During the opening ceremony of the 33rd SEA Games, Alexandra Eala was one of the people entrusted with carrying the Philippine flag. She will undoubtedly be the biggest challenge for her opponents in the tennis competition at the 33rd SEA Games.

The pride of Thai badminton, Kunlavut Vitidsarn

Kunlavut Vitidsarn (born in 2001) is a prominent Thai badminton player in the men's singles category. He won a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics and has become an icon of Thai badminton on the international stage.

He reached the world number 1 ranking in the BWF rankings in 2025, becoming the first Thai player to achieve that highest ranking in the history of men's singles.

Vitidsarn began his career in junior tournaments, where he won the BWF Junior World Championships three times in a row, and then went on to make his mark at the professional level with Super Series and World Tour titles.

At the World Championships, he won the gold medal in 2023 and many other major titles, defeating many renowned opponents on his way to the top.

At the 33rd SEA Games, Kunlavut was a strong contender for a medal in the men's singles event, carrying the hopes of Thai fans after his impressive achievements at the world's biggest international tournaments.

Kunlavut will be a tough opponent in the men's singles badminton event - Photo: TNN

Indonesian female badminton superstar, Putri Kusuma Wardani

Indonesian badminton player Putri Kusuma Wardani represented Indonesia at the 33rd SEA Games - Photo: PBSI

Putri Kusuma Wardani is Indonesia's top badminton player in the women's singles category. She currently holds the world No. 7 ranking in the BWF rankings and is a major hope for the Indonesian national team. She won a bronze medal at the 2025 Badminton World Championships, a historic achievement for Indonesian women's singles.

Wardani rose to prominence in junior tournaments and gradually established himself at the professional level, winning BWF World Tour events such as the Spain Masters and Orleans Masters. He also maintained consistent performance against numerous opponents in Super Series and Super 300 tournaments.

At the 31st SEA Games, Wardani won a medal with the national team and achieved a high ranking in the women's singles event, laying the foundation for her to continue competing at the 33rd SEA Games.

With her international competition experience and consistent technique, she is considered one of the most notable athletes in women's badminton.

Puripol Boonson - a young talent in Thai athletics.

Puripol Boonson (19 years old) is a young Thai track and field athlete competing in the 100m and 200m sprints, and is considered one of the most promising talents in Southeast Asia today.

Boonson impressed by running the 100m in 9.94 seconds, setting a national and regional record for the event in 2025, a figure that drew attention from experts.

He also holds a high home record in the 200m and has won medals at regional competitions, and has emerged as a potential contender for speed events at major championships.

Despite his young age, Boonson has already demonstrated his prowess in previous international youth competitions and the SEA Games, leading the Thai people to believe he will be one of the key athletes for the national athletics team at the 33rd SEA Games.

With his speed and excellent technique, Boonson recently set a record for the 100m under 10 seconds and won the SEA Games gold medal in the men's 100m event on December 11th.

Boonson won the gold medal and set a record for the 100m race in under 10 seconds - Photo: OLYMPICS

Olympic weightlifting champion in Paris - Rizki Juniansyah

Indonesian weightlifter Rizki Juniansyah carries the hopes of his country - Photo: TEMPO

Rizki Juniansyah is an outstanding Indonesian weightlifter, excelling in the men's 73kg category and considered one of the most successful young weightlifters in the region.

He made history by winning the gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, becoming Indonesia's youngest Olympic champion in weightlifting.

He grew up in a family with a weightlifting tradition and started competing at a young age, thereby building a solid technical foundation. Juniansyah holds numerous IWF (International Weightlifting Federation) titles at the junior and junior levels.

At the 33rd SEA Games, Juniansyah continues to be a notable figure for the Indonesian weightlifting team, carrying the expectation of winning more medals and maintaining her excellent form on the international stage.

With his Olympic achievements and extensive medal collection, he is one of the most exciting athletes to watch in weightlifting.

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