Why Are Men's Doubles Appearing Memble At The 2023 Asian Badminton Championships?

The pair Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto. (Photo: Twitter/@INABadminton)

JAKARTA - Indonesia's men's doubles performance at the 2023 Asian Badminton Championships is quite disappointing. What makes the Red and White flagship sector the event?

In the championship which took place on April 25-30, Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto were luckyer because they were able to advance until the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Leo Rolly Carnando/Daniel Marthin had to suffer badly because they were immediately eliminated in the first round.

In fact, this sector is targeted to win the title. Head of PBSI's Development and Achievement Division, Rionny Mainaky, revealed the factor.

He considered that mental burden was the main reason for the failure of the men's doubles sector. A big burden turned out to make their game not optimal.

"If we see them, what else is Fajar/Rian ranked first. Leo/Daniel have won (BAC junior 2019), they have entered the top players. They must be able to maintain pressure," said Rionny.

Rionny reminded the two couples to be consistent and not to be complacent with previous victories.

Regarding Fajar/Rian, Rionny wants both of them to be able to maintain focus and confidence on the field. If you appear confident, the opponent will certainly be afraid and provide benefits for the Indonesian duo," said Rionny.

Likewise, the couple nicknamed The Babies, Rionny assessed that they must also believe in the abilities and experiences they have when facing opponents who are theoretically tougher.

Moreover, the rankings and titles owned by Indonesian representatives will make the opponent more motivated to beat Indonesian badminton players in any tournament.

"Here we maintain their beliefs, confidence. That's all I think if they are more confident and the training must be added. We are good, ranked first, have won. There, if they have thoughts, they will definitely be disturbed," said Rionny.