Against Canada, Indonesia must become the king of hearts

Posted On: June 14, 2023

Sunday, May 14, 2023 | 17:51 WIB

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Anthony Sinisuka Ginting during practice for his opponent against Canada during the Sudirman Cup Preview at Indoor Arena, Suzhou Olympic Sports Center Complex, Suzhou, China.

Suzhou, Beritasatu.com – Indonesian badminton team must be the king of hearts or don’t hesitate to beat Canada mercilessly in the Sudirman Cup inaugural match.

The match against Canada in preliminary group B must be won so that the road to victory for the world symbol of mixed team badminton supremacy will be easier.

Indonesia will take part in the Group B opening game of the 2023 Sudirman Cup against Canada which will take place on Monday (15/5/2023) at 10:00 am local time. The match at the Indoor Arena, Suzhou Olympic Sports Center Complex, Suzhou, China was very decisive for the Red-White team.

After winning the Sudirman Cup in the first edition in 1989 in Jakarta, until the 17th edition in Vantaa, Finland 2021, Indonesia never won again. Unsurprisingly, the long wait of 34 years wants to try to close this 18th edition of the event.

Unsurprisingly, Fajar Alfian and co were so serious in preparing for the third day of training on Sunday (14/5). Exercise for almost three hours on practice room The Olympic Sports Center in Suzhou is so important to face Canada.

“Tomorrow’s game against Canada is the first test for us. Hopefully this last practice will be helpful for the preparations for tomorrow’s game,” Indonesian Sudirman Cup team manager Armand Darmadji said while accompanying the players in training.

Armand said that against Canada, all players had to be brave. There should be no compassion for the adversary. Players are also reminded to never underestimate their opponents.

“It’s an important party that will determine the fate of the Indonesian team’s next trip. So never underestimate your opponent. If you have to give them zero, give them zero,” Armand said.

According to the rules, the determination of the names of the players who will line up against Canada must be submitted no later than four hours before the game. With Indonesia’s schedule against Canada scheduled to take place on Monday (15/5) at 10:00 a.m. local time, the list of names for the Garuda team must be submitted to the committee no later than 6:00 a.m.

The will to face Canada was also felt in this exercise. According to mixed doubles coach Amon Sunaryo, training on day three will be maximized. This should solidify the final preparations before the game against Canada.

“All the players are ready to deploy. This exercise is also for the preparation to be more solid,” Amon said.

Ribka Sugiarto, a women’s doubles player, also said she was ready if named to play against Canada. From day to day in Suzhou, he also found that his preparation was improving and his performance was increasing.

“Training has to be enthusiastic and keep getting more and more enthusiastic. If I’m selected, of course, I’m fully ready to bring points for Indonesia. At the same time, it proves that I deserve to be in the Sudirman Cup squad,” said Ribka, who is paired with Lanny Tria Mayasari.

Women’s singles player Putri Kusuma Wardani also said she was ready to appear as well. Certainly, the preparation is also good. It can devour the trainer’s portion optimally.

“My condition is good here. The training is also good. I am always excited and looking forward to competing. If I am trusted to appear, I want to show my ability and bring points for Indonesia,” said said Putri KW.

Pitha Haningtyas Mentari also admitted he is ready if he is lined up to face Canada. The mixed doubles player says he is in great shape and has no injuries.

“Thank God my condition is fine. If he is trusted to play, Rinov Rivaldy and I will surely be ready to show our best game,” Pitha’s nickname Tari said.

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