According to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of Thailand, they recognize the importance of developing the sports industry as a significant contributor to creating added economic value. Their objectives include fostering a comprehensive sports industry that can generate economic value and promote the country's economy, particularly in the field of sports tourism. To achieve this, they have implemented initiatives to stimulate tourism through sports activities and encourage collaboration among all stakeholders to unlock the potential of the sports industry.
 
The Ultra Trail Thailand Series Phatthalung is an annual trail running event held in Phatthalung Province, Thailand. It has been organized for two consecutive years in 2021 and 2022, and this year, in 2023, it will be the third edition.
The event offers three speed trail race distances:
Speed 1 : UTPL 50
Speed 2 : UTPL 25
Speed 3 : UTPL 10
 
The event aims to promote the well-being of the local communities in Phatthalung and neighboring provinces by encouraging Thai people to engage in physical activities, participate in sports, and embrace sports tourism. This contributes to the economic growth of Phatthalung and the neighboring provinces, enhancing secondary cities as sports and tourism destinations, and promoting sustainable tourism industries that can aid in economic recovery, instill confidence in travelers, and have a positive impact on the economy.
 
For more details, you can visit the official Ultra Trail Phatthalung Facebook page at www.facebook.com/UTPLThailand