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Thai Mixed Doubles Pair Eliminated in Asian Games Opener
Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran were knocked out of the 20th Asian Games badminton tournament in the first round by a Japanese duo.
On September 25, 2026, the Thai mixed doubles badminton pair, Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran, faced an early exit at the 20th Asian Games. Competing at the Ichinomiya City Municipal Gymnasium, the world number 5 pair faced Japan’s Yuta Watanabe and Maya Taguchi, ranked 13th globally.
According to Khaosod Online, the match lasted 36 minutes, resulting in a straight-game defeat for the Thai duo with scores of 16-21 and 12-21. This loss marks the end of their campaign in the individual mixed doubles event at the current Asian Games.
For residents and travelers following the games, this result represents a significant upset, as the Thai pair entered the tournament with a higher world ranking. The early elimination of such a prominent team may impact the overall medal expectations for the Thai badminton delegation. As the tournament continues, fans will be looking to see how other Thai athletes perform in their respective categories. At this stage, there are no further details regarding potential injuries or specific tactical factors that may have influenced the outcome of this match.
