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Devika Sihag Wins Maiden BWF Title at Thailand Masters 2026

India's Devika Sihag captured her first BWF World Tour title at the Thailand Masters 2026 after her final opponent, Malaysia's Goh Jin Wei, retired due to injury. The 20-year-old Indian, ranked 63rd in the world, had stormed into the final by stunning Chinese Taipei's Huang Yu Hsun in straight sets. Earlier in the tournament, Sihag pulled off a major upset by defeating the top seed and home favorite, Supanida Katethong. This victory marks a significant milestone for the rising Indian star, who is also a three-time winner on the BWF International Circuit.

Key Points: Devika Sihag Wins First BWF World Tour Title at Thailand Masters

  • First Indian BWF World Tour winner of 2026
  • Defeated top seed Supanida Katethong
  • Opponent retired injured in final
  • Previously a runner-up in Indonesia
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Thailand Masters: India's Devika Sihag wins maiden BWF World Tour title

Indian shuttler Devika Sihag claims her maiden BWF World Tour crown at the Thailand Masters 2026 after opponent Goh Jin Wei retires injured.

"The rising star won her maiden BWF World Tour title - Olympics.com"

Bangkok, February 1

India's Devika Sihag scripted history as she became the women's singles champion of the Thailand Masters 2026 badminton event on Sunday, according to Olympics.com.

The rising star won her maiden BWF World Tour title after Malaysia's World No. 68 Goh Jin Wei was forced to retire injured while trailing 21-8, 6-3 in the final.

This was Devika Sihag's maiden BWF World Tour title as well as the first by an Indian this year. Devika, ranked 63rd, is also a three-time winner on the BWF International Circuit.

The 20-year-old had also previously finished runner-up at the second Indonesia Masters last year, but the BWF Super 100 tournament falls outside the World Tour ambit despite offering ranking points.

The Indian shuttler stormed into the final after she stunned Chinese Taipei's Huang Yu Hsun in straight sets in the one-sided semifinals on Saturday. The Indian shuttler won the hard-fought set 22-20, according to ESPN. Devika started the second set on a dominating note, racing to an 11-5 lead at the break.

Devika then extended the lead to eight points by showcasing a brilliant play at the net. The Chinese Taipei shuttler tried to fight back, reeling off three points to close the gap to 17-12, but the Indian shuttler was unstoppable, and won the second set by 20-13, winning the one-sided contest.

Earlier, Devika pulled off an absolute stunner, upsetting the home favourite and top seed Supanida Katethong to make it to the semifinals of the ongoing Thailand Masters on Friday.

Sihag pulled off a brilliant, well-fought win over the world number 16, Supanida, by 21-19, 21-18. Also, Isharani Baruah was defeated in the women's singles competition by Malaysia's Wong Ling Ching 18-21, 21-16, 21-13 despite winning the first game.

After a well-fought first game win, she failed to maintain the momentum in the next two games. Isharani had eliminated the second-seeded women's singles player, Chinese Taipei's Sung Shuo Yun, in the second round on Thursday.

- ANI

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Arjun K
A big win, but the way it ended was a bit anticlimactic. Hope Goh Jin Wei recovers soon. Still, Devika was dominating before the injury, so the title is fully deserved. Her net play was brilliant to watch.
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Rohit P
First Indian title this year! After Sindhu and Saina, we needed a new star to emerge. Devika and Isharani both showing promise. The depth is building. BAI needs to ensure they get the right support and exposure now.
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Sarah B
Congratulations to Devika! As a badminton fan, it's exciting to see new champions. Beating the world number 16 on her home turf is a huge statement. Wishing her more success on the tour.
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Karthik V
A respectful note: while we celebrate, let's not put too much pressure on her. She's young. This is a great step, but the journey to the top 10 is long. Let her develop at her own pace. Well done, beta! 👏
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Nisha Z
So proud! From Haryana, right? Another athlete making the state proud. Her fighting spirit in the semis, winning 22-20, shows she doesn't give up. That's the champion mentality we need. More power to you, Devika!

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