Indonesian badminton players dejected after losing the 2026 Indonesia Open finals
Indonesian badminton players dejected after losing the 2026 Indonesia Open finals
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Jonatan Christie and Raymond/Joaquin lose Indonesia Open 2026 finals

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Indonesian shuttlers failed to claim any titles at the Indonesia Open 2026 after losing both finals held at Istora Senayan in Jakarta on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Jonatan Christie lost to Victor Lai 19-21, 8-21 in the men's singles final. He said, “Maaf, tidak bisa memberikan hasil yang paling maksimal yaitu medali emas, tetapi ini yang bisa saya lakukan.” The men's doubles pair Raymond Indra/Nikolaus Joaquin also lost to Goh Sze Fei/Nur Izzuddin. They won the first game 21-13 but dropped the next two 18-21, 10-21. This marks the fifth straight year Indonesia has failed to win a title at its home Super 1000 event. BNI Corporate Secretary Okki Rushartomo called Raymond and Joaquin's run a sign that national badminton regeneration is on track.

What people are saying

Initial reactions on X express disappointment over no Indonesian titles, with analysis of Jonatan Christie's underperformance due to pressure and Victor Lai's attack; criticism of Raymond/Joaquin's mental lapses despite reaching final; praise for their achievement as a positive sign for regeneration; and fan support despite losses.

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