BWF World Tour Finals 2024: Fajar/Rian Wins Civil War

JAKARTA - Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto won a civil war against their colleague Sabar Karyaman Gutama/Mohammad Reza Pahlevi Isfahani at the BWF World Tour Finals 2024.

The second duel between Indonesian representatives in the first match of Group B went well and ended with a score of 28-26 and 21-18 at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium, Hangzhou, China, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, evening WIB.

Sabar/Reza who were present as debutants in this event, appeared solid and really made it difficult for opponents in the first game. In fact, since the 16-16 position, the two pairs took turns scoring.

"It's a shame to have to meet our own friends at the opening. However, overall we are quite happy to be able to show our best," said Sabar.

Patience/Reza also showed a slick game in the second game and forced their colleagues to fall up. They even had a narrow lead at the interval.

However, in the end, they must still recognize Fajar/Rian's superiority. This is their second defeat against the 2024 All England champion.

"For tomorrow, we have to be more focused, the experience was very valuable. Hopefully we can win the next match," said Sabar.

Patience/Reza will next face the host pair He Ji Ting/Ren Xiang Yu, who are currently ranked sixth in the world on Thursday, December 12, 2024.

After that they will close the group stage against the Malaysian pair, Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik. This is their first competitive clash.