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Thailand Women’s Sepak Takraw Team Secures 7th Consecutive Title
The Thai women's sepak takraw team defeated South Korea in Nagoya to claim their seventh championship title.
On September 25, 2026, the Thai women’s national sepak takraw team achieved a significant victory at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Competing in the team event final, Thailand faced off against South Korea, the previous runners-up.
According to Khaosod Online, the Thai squad—featuring Nipaporn Salubpol, Massaya Duangsri, and Wilaiwan Khotphrom—demonstrated resilience in the first set. Despite a closely contested start that saw the score tied at 13-13, the Thai team pulled ahead to win 15-13. They subsequently dominated the second set with a decisive 15-5 victory, securing a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series. This win marks Thailand's seventh championship title in the sport.
For residents and travelers in Thailand, this victory highlights the nation's continued dominance in sepak takraw, a sport deeply rooted in Southeast Asian culture. The event underscores the high level of athletic performance currently being displayed by Thai athletes on the international stage. While the team has secured this championship, further details regarding the final results of the remaining matches in the series and the official closing ceremony of the tournament are expected to be confirmed by tournament organizers in the coming days.
