Jonathan Christie Talks About Physical Problems To Welcome French Open 2024

JAKARTA The men's singles badminton player Jonatan Christie continued to struggle to restore his physical condition when preparing to welcome the French Open 2024.

Jonathan and the Indonesian badminton team underwent their first training at the Chambly Maville sports center, France, Friday, March 1, 2024 morning and afternoon local time.

The 2018 Asian Games gold medalist continues to strive to restore his physique to appear prime in the event he won last year.

"Today's training is still adapting, but trying to focus on the prime. I work hard so that at least physically I can return as soon as possible," said Jonathan in a statement received.

The inaugural exercise lasted almost two hours with an approach to the tournament. Earlier when he arrived on Thursday, the team had also undergone light training.

The Indonesian badminton team decided to go to France early to adapt to the weather. There the weather was so cold that players needed time to adjust.

"Preparation in France is quite long and it is good for me and other friends. Hopefully, when we enter training at the Main Hall French Open, we can really do this," said Jonathan.

The French Open will start from March 5-10 tomorrow. Indonesia has a total of 13 representatives who will appear in the Super 750 BWF level event.

Jonathan is the defending champion in this event. In the men's singles number, the 26-year-old badminton player was present with Anthony Sinisuka Ginting and Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo.