Indonesia's badminton team made history Sunday by defeating host nation China 3-1 in a thrilling final clash at the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship in Qingdao. The victory halted China's title defense and marked Indonesia's strategic comeback in continental team competition.
The decisive match saw Indonesia dominate early through mixed doubles pair Rinov Rivaldy/Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti, who overpowered China's Gao Jiaxuan/Wu Mengying 21-11, 21-13. Alwi Farhan then extended Indonesia's lead with a straight-games victory over Hu Zhean in men's singles.
China's Xu Wenjing brought temporary hope to home fans with a commanding 21-12, 21-13 win over Putri Kusuma Wardani in women's singles. The dramatic conclusion came when Indonesian duo Muhammad Shohibul Fikri/Daniel Marthin sealed victory with a dominant 21-15, 21-9 performance in men's doubles.
\"Nothing could affect my performance,\" said Xu about her crucial singles win. China's Hu Zhean reflected: \"I've learned a lot… I tried my best to catch up every time.\"
The tournament outcome reshuffles regional badminton power dynamics ahead of major international competitions, with Indonesia demonstrating exceptional teamwork across multiple disciplines.
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Indonesia beat China to win Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship
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