India, Feb. 2 -- Upcoming shuttler Devika Sihag became the first Indian shuttler to win a title in 2026 when she clinched the women's singles crown at the $250,000 Thailand Masters in Bangkok on Sunday.

The 20-year-old was leading 21-8, 6-3 when a struggling Goh Jin Wei of Malaysia cited injury to retire from the final, handing the Super 300 honour to Devika. This is the world No.63's biggest career title till date.

"I'm really happy today as this is my first Super 300 title. I'm excited to play more tournaments ahead and very happy today," said Devika, who also became the first Indian to win the Thailand Masters across categories.

"I've played very good matches here. I've learnt a lot. I'll implement them in my game and rectify my mis...