India wins maiden Thomas Cup Title

India created history by winning the Thomas Cup title for the first time.

What is the Thomas cup?

It is an international badminton competition among men’s teams of various countries of the Badminton World Federation (BWF). It is also known as World Men’s Team Championships.

Is the Thomas cup championship held annually?

Since 1982, Thomas cup championships are held every two years. Before that, they were conducted once every three years.

When was the first Thomas cup tournament conducted?

The first Thomas cup tournament was conducted in 1948–1949.

What is the world women’s team championships called?

The Uber Cup.

Where was Thomas cup 2022 held?

Bangkok, Thailand.

Which country did India beat in the Thomas cup finals 2022?

India defeated Indonesia in the Thomas cup finals by 3-0. The Indonesian team is the defending champions.

Which players won the matches in the finals for India?

  • Lakshya Sen won the first match against Anthony Sinsuka Ginting.
  • In the second match, Satwik and Chirag defeated the Indonesian pair of Ahsan and Sukamuljo.
  • In the third match, K. Srikanth defeated Jonathan Christie in straight. In this tournament, Srikanth played won all the six matches played by him.

How much prize money is given to the team by the Badminton Association of India (BAI)?

The president of the Badminton Association of India (BAI) announced prize money of Rs 1 crore for the Thomas Cup-winning team. Prize money of Rs 20 lakh will be given to the support staff.

Which country is most successful in Thomas cup tournaments?

Indonesia is the most successful team, as it won the Thomas cup 14 times. China comes second with 10 titles. Malaysia is ranked third with 5 titles.

How many countries won the Thomas cup title till now?

Only six countries have won the Thomas cup title. India is the sixth country to win the Thomas Cup.

What was the record of India in previous Thomas cup tournaments?

Indian reached the Thomas Cup semi-finals in 1952, 1955, and 1979.


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