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Lovlina Borgohain wins maiden Asian Games gold, joins Mary Kom in exclusive club

Lovlina Borgohain wins maiden Asian Games gold, joins Mary Kom in exclusive club

Thailand's women's sepak takraw team has advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Games. They defeated India 2-0 in their final Group A match, winning 15-10, 15-4. The team consists of Waratsamee Thongsod, Somrudee Prueprak, Wipada Jitpornawan, and Ratchaneekorn Sae-heng. According to Khaosod English, Thailand finished the group stage with two wins and one loss, placing second in Group A.

In the semifinals, Thailand will face Indonesia, the winner of Group B. The match is scheduled for 12:00 Thailand time.

There is no information about the sepak takraw team's semifinal match outcome or other sports events besides long jumper Ancy Sojan's performance at the Asian Games, where she won silver.

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