India created history by winning which of the following cup titles for the first time in May 2022?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 4 i.e. Thomas Cup.
In May 2022, India created history by winning the prestigious Thomas Cup for the first time since the tournament began in 1949. The Indian men's badminton team defeated 14-time champions Indonesia with a stunning 3–0 victory in the final, held in Bangkok, Thailand. This landmark win marked India’s emergence as a global badminton powerhouse. Key players like Lakshya Sen, Kidambi Srikanth, and the doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty played pivotal roles. The victory was widely celebrated across the nation and hailed as a golden chapter in Indian sports history, inspiring young athletes and elevating badminton's profile in India.