A 'nation elated' and country celebrates as ruthless India win first Thomas Cup crown in Bangkok

India's team members pose with their nation flag after winning Thomas Cup title in Bangkok, Thailand, Sunday, May 15, 2022. - AP

BANGKOK, May 15, 2022 (AFP): India made history by winning the Thomas Cup for the first time with a ruthless 3-0 upset of reigning champions Indonesia in Bangkok on Sunday.

India, competing in their debut final of the men's team championship, sealed the title when world number 11 Kidambi Srikanth defeated higher-ranked Jonatan Christie 21-15, 23-21.