Asian Games 2026 Sepak Takraw event competition – 27 sep
September 27 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Official Sepak Takraw Schedule kicks off on Sunday, September 27, 2026, with the continuation of the Tournament’s Preliminary Round and Group Stage Matches in Mizuho Park Gymnasium, Nagoya, Japan, at the Asian Games 2026. This day does not have medals; each event will be important when competing for qualification to the Asian Games semi-finals or for the top spot: this is a day of qualification games!
Sepak Takraw at the Asian Games 2026
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Sport | Sepak Takraw |
| Competition | Asian Games 2026 |
| Date | Sunday, September 27, 2026 |
| Competition Day | Preliminary Round |
| Stage | Group Stage |
| Venue | Nagoya City Mizuho Park Gymnasium |
| City | Nagoya |
| Host Country | Japan |
| Tournament Type | Preliminary Qualification |
| Medal Events | None on September 27 |
Purpose of the Preliminary Round
The preliminary round on 27th/September is to find out the strongest team for the tournament going into the elimination round.
The aim of this competition day is to;
- Calculate group rankings with ties going to knockout.
- Allow teams to earn qualification points.
- Select the Most Polluted Teams from each group.
- Complete the knockout phase team set-up.
- Set up tournament for quarter-finals and semi-finals.
- There are no gold, silver or bronze medals this day.
Tournament Formats
At the Asian Games, Sepak Takraw is a field game that includes four exciting games unique in style of play.
Regu Event
The three-player-per-team game is the traditional form of Sepak Takraw, called Regu Event. Features detonated bombs, high-speed attacks, accurate service, and amazing acrobatics.
Team Event
The Team Event is contested between three Regus, meaning each nation fields nine players. The team with the best overall performance across the Regus wins the tie.
Double Event
Double Event is a two-player team event where emphasis will be given to speed, quick reactions, and teamwork.
Quad Event
The Quad Event has four players per side with more tactical possibilities, defence possibilities, and longer rallies.
Sepak Takraw Scoring System
| Rule | Details |
| Sets to Win | Best of 3 (2 sets required) |
| Points per Set | 15 |
| Scoring System | Rally Scoring |
| Deuce | At 14–14 |
| Winning Margin | 2 Points |
| Maximum Score | 17–16 |
Host Country – Japan
The Asian Games will become an Asian people’s celebration in 2026 when the city of Nagoya will serve as the main city and Aichi Prefecture as the main prefecture for Japan.
Venue
For the Asian Games 2026, Sepak Takraw will be run with the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Gymnasium as the headquarters.
Players to Watch
Official player rosters will be announced closer to the tournament. Fans can expect many of Asia’s most experienced Sepak Takraw athletes to represent leading nations, bringing elite skill and international experience to the competition.
How to Watch
Fans can follow the action through:
- Official Asian Games broadcasting partners.
- National sports television networks.
- Official Olympic Council of Asia digital platforms (where available).
- Authorized live streaming services.
- Live score and match update platforms.
- Official Asian Games website with all schedules, results and standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
In which part of the world do you find Sepak Takraw?
All matches played at the Mizuho Park Gymnasium in Nagoya, Japan.
Are there any awards on 27th September?
September 27: Preliminary Group stage Qualifiers, no Medal Ceremony.
What tournament formats are included?
The competition features the Regu, Team, Double, and Quad events.
Confirmed Draw & Schedule Update
Following the official group draw held on 23 July 2026 (AINAGOC), this date falls under: Men’s Regu & Women’s Doubles – Preliminary Round Day 1, held at Paloma Mizuho Arena, Nagoya.
Men’s Regu – Group A: Thailand, Philippines, Japan
Men’s Regu – Group B: Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar
Women’s Doubles – Group A: Vietnam, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos
Women’s Doubles – Group B: Philippines, South Korea, India, Japan
Note: AINAGOC has confirmed the groups and competition phase for this date, but has not published exact match-by-match pairings and times for sepak takraw. This section will be updated once the official fixture list is released. Source: Wikipedia / AINAGOC.