Bisnis.comJAKARTA – Following the 2023 Sudirman Cup, Garuda’s side managed to wipe out a 5-0 victory against Canada in the opening match of Group B stage.

Competing at the Indoor Arena Suzhou Olympic Sports Center, Suzhou, China on Monday (5/15) morning, the abilities of the Red-White team players could not be stopped by their opponents. This is evident not only because they lead 5-0, but also because the Indonesian representatives haven’t lost a single game.

“Thank you for doing your job well and bringing Indonesia a 5-0 victory over Canada. My thanks go to the players, coaches and support team who worked well together to bring victory”, declared Armand Darmadji, manager of the team.

Armand said the success against Canada should further boost the enthusiasm of the players. Players can perform their duties well.

“Hopefully this victory will add to the spirit, because the team completed the first task in an optimal way. Everyone did their job well. This result is certainly a good provision for the next game,” he said. he declares.

Indonesia’s victory was opened by mixed doubles pair, Adnan Maulana/Nita Violina Marwah, who started the match well. They contributed the first points for Indonesia over Canada after defeating Dong Adam/Josephine Wu with a score of 22-20, 21-15. Indonesia also won 1-0.

“Frankly, at the start of the first game, I felt tense. Also, it’s the first time I’ve joined a team as big as the Sudirman Cup,” he told the PR team. and PBSI media.

Nita also added that during the first experience, she felt tense when competing.

“I was also tense. I was a bit confused, not to mention playing in such a big stadium. The coach only gave instructions so that I could play with more confidence and have as much fun as possible. “Nita said.

In the second part, Anthony Sinisuka Ginting was also excellent. He successfully defeated Brian Yang 21-17, 21-16 to take Indonesia to a 2-0 lead.

“It’s good to be able to contribute to a winning point for Indonesia. A point in the team game is very important. I hope the other players can also get the same positive energy to face the next game,” said Ginting said.

In women’s singles, Gregoria Mariska Tunjungj, who was playing in the third game, didn’t want to lose either. She also successfully defeated Talia Ng, with a score of 21-14, 21-13.

“The key to my victory is playing calmly, not rushing and reducing my own mistakes. Apart from that, the support of my friends on the sidelines also helps me. I can play with more enthusiasm” , said Gregoria.

Indonesia then won 4-0 against Canada after the men’s doubles pair, Marcus Fernaldi Gideon / Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo also won. The dubbed Minions pair won 21-16, 21-18 over Kevin Lee/Ty Alexander Lindeman.

“I’m also happy to be back on the field and to be able to score points. I hope that in the future we can also achieve good results in the next championships,” Kevin said.

Marcus also agreed, saying he was happy to be back on the pitch after about five months away.

“Hopefully we can give a win if we’re nominated to appear again,” Marcus said.

The women’s doubles pair completed Team Garuda’s 5-0 win over Canada. Ribka Sugiarto/Lanny Tria Mayasari won 21-11, 21-8 over Catherine Choi/Michelle Li.

“Thank God I was able to play well and win. From the start I was able to apply a model of what I wanted to play and how, it all came together in the form of a win,” Rebekah said.

Lanny also admitted he was grateful to be able to play well and take Indonesia to a win and a clean 5-0 sweep.

“In general, the game went well. Especially after Indonesia won 4-0, we didn’t seem too tense,” explained Lanny.

The hope is that the 5-0 win over Canada can be momentous for Indonesia against Germany. The second match of the Group B stage will take place on Tuesday (16/5) morning at 10:00.

Results Indonesia vs Canada (5-0):
Adnan Maulana/Nita Violina Marwah v Dong Adam/Josephine Wu, 22-20, 21-15.
Anthony Sinisuka Ginting vs. Brian Yang, 21-17, 21-16.
Gregoria Mariska Tunjung vs. Talia Ng, 21-14, 21-13
Marcus Fernaldi Gideon/Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo v Kevin Lee/Ty Alexander Lindeman, 21-16, 21-18.
Ribka Sugiarto/Lanny Tria Mayasari vs. Catherine Choi/Michelle Li, 21-11, 21-8.

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