May 18, 2014 CE
Tournament Begins in New Delhi
The 2014 Thomas Cup, officially known as the BWF Thomas & Uber Cup 2014, kicked off at the Siri Fort Sports Complex in New Delhi, India, featuring 12 competing nations.
Chronological Storyline (5 Milestones)
May 22, 2014 CE
Quarterfinals Conclude
In the quarterfinals, Japan defeated Denmark 3-0, Malaysia beat host nation India 3-1, Indonesia defeated South Korea 3-1, and defending champions China swept Thailand 3-0.
May 23, 2014 CE
Japan Upsets Defending Champions China
In a major semifinal upset, Japan defeated five-time defending champions China 3-0 to advance to their first ever Thomas Cup final.
May 23, 2014 CE
Malaysia Reaches the Final
In the second semifinal, Malaysia defeated Indonesia 3-0 to set up a final clash against Japan, marking a significant return to the final for the Malaysian team.
May 25, 2014 CE
Japan Wins First Thomas Cup
Japan won their first ever Thomas Cup title by defeating Malaysia 3-2 in a thrilling final held at the Siri Fort Sports Complex in New Delhi.