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Thai Table Tennis Players Advance at Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games
Suthasini Sawettabut reaches the round of 32 in women's singles, while Thai mixed doubles pairs conclude their run in the round of 16 at the 20th Asian Games.
At the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, Thai table tennis athletes have made notable progress in individual events held at the Sky Hall Toyota. According to reports from Khaosod Online, Suthasini Sawettabut secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Lebanon’s Talia Azar, with set scores of 12-10, 11-4, 11-4, and 11-1. This win advances her to the round of 32, where she is set to face Japan’s Miwa Harimoto, currently ranked third in the world.
In the mixed doubles category, the Thai duo of Thitaphat Preechayan and Kulphat Wijitwiriyakul reached the round of 16 after defeating Bangladesh’s Ridoy Mohutasin and Mahi Norrin. However, their journey concluded at this stage.
For residents and visitors following the games, these results highlight the ongoing competitive presence of Thai athletes on the international stage. While the individual singles bracket continues, fans should monitor official tournament updates to confirm the exact timing of Suthasini’s upcoming match against Harimoto. As the tournament progresses, further developments regarding the performance of the remaining Thai contingent will be determined by the upcoming match outcomes.