Thailand Men's Sepak Takraw Falls to Malaysia, Ends 28-Year Title Reign
Thailand's men's sepak takraw team lost to Malaysia in the Asian Games final in Nagoya on September 25, ending their seven-consecutive championship reign and 28-year title hold since 1998.
Thailand's men's sepak takraw team lost to Malaysia 0-2 in the team final at the 20th Asian Games at Mizuho Park Gymnasium in Nagoya, Japan on September 25, 2026, ending their seven-consecutive championship reign and 28-year title hold dating back to 1998 when Thailand hosted in Bangkok.
Thailand's A-team of Phu Tawan Sophea, Phortep Thin Bangbon, and Maruekind Panmakorn fought hard but fell to Malaysia 2-1 sets (15-9, 5-15, 15-11). Thailand's B-team, comprising Kristhanpong Nonthakoat, Wuttinan Khamsena, and Thanapol Suatyuen, then lost decisively to Malaysia 2-0 sets (15-13, 15-10).
With the victory, Malaysia claimed their first gold medal in men's team sepak takraw at the Asian Games since 1990 in Beijing.
