Denmark Open 2024: Fajar/Rian Donate, Indonesia Without Representatives In Final
JAKARTA - Indonesia certainly does not have representatives in the final round of the Denmark Open 2024 after the men's doubles pair Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto fell.
The 2024 All England champions lost rubber games 20-22, 21-18, and 11-21 against host doubles Kim Astrup/Anders Skaarup Rasmussen on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Fajar/Rian actually appeared dominant in the first game. They even had the lead 20-17, but the opponent got up and scored five consecutive points.
In the second game, the duel went much tighter. Fajar/Rian were forced to take care of their advantage after a 15-15 draw.
During the deciding game, Fajar/Rian's appearance was sluggish. After rising to equalize the score 2-2, their points stalled and the opponent was comfortable until they locked the win.
This defeat made Fajar/Rian's winning record against the pair 3-5. This is their second clash this year.
Before facing off at the Denmark Open, the couple met at the Singapore Open. At that time, the former world number one came out victorious.
Apart from the Fajar/Rian pair, Indonesia also actually has the women's singles duo Gregoria Mariska Tunjung and Putri Kusuma Wardani in the semifinals of this Super 750 BWF tournament.
Both names have already returned this evening. Gregoria could not finish the match against An Se Young due to injury, while Putri was beaten by Wang Zhi Yi.