Thomas Cup 2026 Results: France and Denmark Advance to Semifinals

France and Denmark have secured positions in the semifinals of the 2026 Thomas Cup following a series of decisive quarter-final victories on May 1, 2026, in Horsens, Denmark.

The French national team continued a high-momentum run by defeating Japan to advance to the final four. This result follows a significant group-stage performance where France eliminated 14-time champions Indonesia with a 4-1 victory on April 29, 2026.

Denmark Advances to Semifinals

Denmark secured its place in the semifinals by defeating Thailand with a 3-1 scoreline. The victory ensures that the home nation will progress to the next stage of the tournament.

Following the win over Thailand, Denmark is now set to face China in the semifinals. The matchup pits two of the tournament’s strongest contenders against one another as they vie for a spot in the final.

Tournament Context and Group Stage Results

The road to the semifinals was marked by several upsets and shifts in the standings. While France emerged as a dominant force in Group D, other established teams faced difficulties.

South Korea experienced a notable setback during the competition, marking a period of struggle for the team that has lasted 24 years. Denmark’s progression was highlighted by the elimination of the world’s number one men’s doubles pair.

Malaysia also progressed to the quarter-finals, maintaining their presence in the knockout stages of the competition held at the Forum Horsens.

Upcoming Schedule

The knockout stage of the 2026 Thomas Cup began on May 1 and is scheduled to conclude on May 3, 2026, with the final tie.

• France advances to the semifinals after defeating Japan.
• Denmark advances to the semifinals after defeating Thailand 3-1.
• Denmark is scheduled to face China in the semifinal round.