Pote Falls Short, Secures Silver at Para Badminton World Championships

At the BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026 in Manama, Bahrain on February 13, 2026, Natthapong 'Pote' Meechai, the world's 4th ranked player, advanced to the final after defeating Jack Shepperd from England 2-0 with scores of 21-15, 21-11. In the final on February 14, 2026, Pote faced Miles Krajewski, the 5th ranked player from the United States. Despite giving his best effort, Pote ultimately lost 0-2 with scores of 19-21, 20-22, securing the silver medal.