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- Japanese women’s badminton team has clinched the Uber Cup for the first time since 1981 when they defeated hosts Thailand 3-0 at the IMPACT Stadium.
- Ranked two in world singles, Akane Yamaguchi began Japan’s title got off to a flying start as she beat World No. 4 Ratchanok Intanon 21-15, 21-19.
- Doubles pair Yuki Fukushima and Sayaka Hirota won the gold for Japan.
- Nozomi Okuhara spelled victory for her side as she defeated Nitchaon Jindapol.
- Earlier Japan lifted this coveted cup in 1966, 1969, 1972 and 1978. China won the title 14 times.
- The Uber Cup is also known as the Women’s World Badminton Championship. It is second in prestige only to the Olympics as a national team event.
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