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Myanmar’s Wai Khin Hnin Wins Asian Games Teqball Gold
Myanmar’s Wai Khin Hnin claims first Asian Games teqball women’s singles gold in historic debut.
In brief
Myanmar’s Wai Khin Hnin claims first Asian Games teqball women’s singles gold in historic debut. Myanmar’s Wai Khin Hnin won the inaugural Asian Games teqball women’s singles title by defeating Indonesia’s Sumaya 2-1. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Myanmar’s Wai Khin Hnin
Wai Khin Hnin of Myanmar won the first-ever gold medal in teqball at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya.
Defeated Indonesia’s Sumaya
Wai Khin Hnin beat Indonesia’s Sumaya 2-1 in the women’s singles final to claim the inaugural women’s singles title.
Teqball Debut at Asian Games
Teqball, invented 14 years ago in Hungary, made its Asian Games debut at the 2026 event in Nagoya.
Wai Khin Hnin’s Next Goal
Wai Khin Hnin aims to win gold at the 2027 SEA Games for Myanmar after this victory.
Diverse Players Compete
The competition featured players of diverse backgrounds and ages, including 14-year-olds and a 44-year-old from Indonesia.
Indonesia’s Husni Uba
Indonesia’s Husni Uba, who played sepak takraw at four previous Asian Games, returned to teqball after a break.
The takeaway
Myanmar’s Wai Khin Hnin won the inaugural Asian Games teqball women’s singles title by defeating Indonesia’s Sumaya 2-1.
