Jomwo Chernyim

Sutee Pathompoka (; December 9, 1959 – August 18, 2021), known professionally as Jomwo Chernyim was a Thai professional Muay Thai fighter. He was a Rajadamnern Stadium Bantamweight Champion who was famous during the 1970s and 1980s.

Biography and career

Jomwo began to compete in the major Bangkok stadiums in the mid-1970s under the name Jomwo Lukkhaokwang. He fought for a Stadium title for the first time against Tawanook Sitpoonchai in 1977, losing the fight by decision. A year later he lost to Kingthong Sakornpitak in a fight for the vacant Rajadamnern Stadium Bantamweight 118 lbs title. He had another chance on June 5, 1980, but was knocked out by Mafuang Weerapol in the second round.

He finally became a stadium champion on his fourth attempt when he defeated Mafuang Weerapol by decision on April 8, 1981, for the Rajadamnern Stadium 118 lbs title. He successfully defended his title against Paruhat Loh-ngoen on November 23, 1981.

After a difficult phase in the early 1980s Jomwo returned to top fighter status in 1985 defeating notable champions such as Manasak Sor Ploenchit and Samransak Muangsurin.

Jomwo received purses of more than 100,000 baht per bout at his peak, he earned the nickname of "Playboy Fighter" due to his tendency to use the money he made in fights to travel, party and gamble.

Jomwo had a last chance at a Rajadamnern Stadium title on March 20, 1989, against Kongnapa Watcharawit, he lost the fight by decision. Jomwo retired at the end of 1989.

Jomwo died on August 18, 2021, from a heart attack after contracting COVID-19.

Titles and accomplishments

Rajadamnern Stadium 1981 Rajadamnern Stadium Bantamweight (118 lbs) Champion One successful title defense

Muay Thai record