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Thailand Reclaims Women’s 4-Player Sepaktakraw Title at 39th King’s Cup
The Thai women’s national team secured the 4-player sepaktakraw championship at the 39th King’s Cup, defeating Vietnam in a closely contested final.
On August 7, 2026, the Thai women’s national sepaktakraw team reclaimed the championship title in the 4-player category at the 39th ISTAF World Sepaktakraw Championship, also known as the King’s Cup. The tournament was held at the Island Hall within the Fashion Island Ramintra shopping center in Bangkok.
In a highly anticipated final, the Thai squad—comprising Wipada Chitphuan, Masaya Duangsri, Ratsamee Thongsod, and Somruedee Prueprak—faced off against the defending champions from Vietnam. After a challenging match, Thailand emerged victorious with a score of 2-1 sets (14-17, 15-11, 15-13). Indonesia and the Philippines shared the third-place position.
For residents and visitors in Thailand, this victory highlights the continued dominance of the host nation in this traditional sport, which remains a significant cultural touchstone. The event drew considerable local attention, reflecting the popularity of sepaktakraw within the country. While the tournament results are finalized, observers may look forward to future regional competitions to see if Vietnam can regain its competitive edge against the Thai team. No further details regarding upcoming exhibition matches or specific award ceremonies have been confirmed at this time.