Indonesia Open 2022: Hendra/Ahsan Defeated By Chinese Pair After 43 Minutes Struggle

JAKARTA - The Hendra Setiawan/Mohammad Ahsan pair failed to advance to the last 16 of the Indonesia Open 2022, Wednesday, June 15. The Daddies had to admit the superiority of the Chinese pair, Liu Yu Chen/Ou Xuan Yi, with a score of 17-21 and 22-24.

Fierce battle has occurred at the beginning of the first game. Hendra/Ahsan appeared to attack with sharp hits. While Liu / Ou was able to survive beautifully.

Both pairs took turns winning points up to the position 7-7. However, the Chinese pair slowly drifted away to lead 11-8 until the first game interval.

After halftime, Hendra/Ahsan tried to get up, but still made several mistakes by themselves. They are increasingly left behind by the opponent with a score of 12-16.

When Hendra / Ahsan chased, Liu Ou managed to get away again until the position was 20-17. Hendra's return ball stuck in the net, making the Chinese pair finally win the first game 21-17.

The second game is no less fierce. The two pairs played fast games. Earning points is also very tight. Left behind 6-8, Liu/Ou were able to catch up to Hendra/Ahsan's points up to 8-8. During the second game interval, the Chinese pair turned 11-10 ahead.

After the break, Hendra / Ahsan tried to step on the gas and lead 13-12. Liu/Ou pushed back, but Hendra/Ahsan's defense couldn't be penetrated. The Indonesian pair managed to gain momentum when their opponents often made their own mistakes. They continued to get points to lead away 16-13.

Liu/Ou played a fast game again and overwhelmed Hendra/Ahsan. As a result, they were able to catch up and equalize to 18-18.

Hendra/Ahsan had a 20-18 lead, but Liu/Ou were able to catch up to 20-20. At crucial points, the Indonesian pair actually made mistakes that made their advantage go to waste. The Daddies finally gave up 22-24.