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Thai Women's Table Tennis Team Advances to Asian Games Quarterfinals
The Thai women's table tennis team secured a spot in the Asian Games quarterfinals after a decisive victory over Lebanon in Nagoya.
On September 21, 2026, the Thai women's table tennis team concluded their group stage campaign at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, with a dominant 3-0 victory over Lebanon. Competing at the Sky Hall Toyota, the Thai squad opted to rest their primary starters, yet the reserve lineup maintained a high level of performance to secure the win.
Individual match results saw Jinnipa Sawettabut defeat Laetitia Azar (11-2, 11-1, 11-5), Kulphat Wijitwiriyakul overcome Talia Azar (11-4, 11-2, 11-3), and Phatsaraporn Wonglakorn beat Bissan Chiri (11-4, 11-8, 11-5). With this result, Thailand finished their group stage with two wins and one loss, successfully advancing to the round of eight.
For residents and visitors in Japan, this event highlights the ongoing Asian Games activities in the Aichi-Nagoya region. While the team has secured their place in the quarterfinals, the specific schedule and opponent for the next round remain to be confirmed by tournament organizers. Fans of the sport should monitor official Asian Games updates for the upcoming match times and venue details as the competition progresses toward the medal rounds.