JAKARTA - Currently, many families are starting to look for activities that can be enjoyed together while creating memorable moments of togetherness.
Apart from traveling or enjoying culinary, watching sports matches in person is now an interesting option because it can bring entertainment, nostalgia, and inspiration for all family members.
For children, the experience of watching the match live can also be a way to get closer to the world of sports and the figures of athletes who have made Indonesia famous internationally.
Meanwhile, for parents, the moment can be an opportunity to share stories about the history and achievements of national sports to the younger generation.
The atmosphere will be presented at the SHUTTLE OPEN 2026 event which will be held on August 1, 2026 at the GBK Basket Hall, Senayan, Jakarta.
A number of Indonesian badminton legends, such as Ricky Soebagdja, Candra Wijaya, Taufik Hidayat, Hendra Setiawan, Liliyana Natsir, to Tontowi Ahmad are scheduled to appear in the exhibition match. Former world badminton player from China, Lin Dan, will also be present as a special guest.
PP PBSI Secretary General, Ricky Achmad Soebagdja, said the event not only presents matches, but also becomes a space for the community to remember the journey of Indonesian badminton.
"This is not just a match, but also a celebration of Indonesia's long badminton journey. This is a rare opportunity for the public to feel the spirit and pride we once shared," Ricky said in a press statement SHUTTLE OPEN powered by myBCA to VOI, Thursday, July 2.
In addition to presenting the action of the legends, the organizers hope that this event can be a fun experience for the whole family.
MAKUKU & AceKid Indonesia CEO, Ivan Lau, said the concept of the event was designed so that the audience not only enjoyed the match, but also felt a warm atmosphere and close to the athletes.
"We want to present an event that is full of energy, warm, and close to the fans. This match is a space where memories, entertainment, and sports spirit meet in one special night. So hopefully the audience can enjoy a different side of the badminton legends," he explained.
According to Ivan, sports can also be a medium to instill the spirit of achievement to children through fun experiences with their families.
"We believe that badminton is part of the nation's identity. Through this event, we want to invite all fans, including families and children, to feel the euphoria of badminton in a fun and memorable atmosphere. In that way, it is hoped that this event can motivate Indonesian children as the next generation of the nation to continue to pursue their dreams to achieve, one of which is in the field of sports such as badminton and can make the nation's name shine in the future," he said.
In this case, watching sports together can be a simple way to strengthen family relationships.
The moment of sharing cheers, watching the athletes' actions, to introducing the values of sportsmanship and hard work to children is an experience that is difficult to replace by daily digital activities.
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