Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
President Joko Widodo congratulate the Indonesian men’s doubles Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto for winning the title Malaysian Open 2023.
“Indonesian badminton players who are currently ranked one in the world men’s doubles ranking, Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto, have successfully won the 2023 Malaysia Open title,” Jokowi said on his official Twitter.
“From Indonesia, I congratulate Fajar/Rian, the coaches and the Indonesian badminton team,” Jokowi continued.
Fajar/Rian, who were able to be ranked number one in the world at the end of 2022, managed to start 2023 with good results. They won the Malaysia Open, the opening tournament of this year’s BWF Tour.
Fajar/Rian managed to win the Malaysia Open after defeating Liang Wei Keng/Wang Chang in the final. Fajar/Rian won via a rubber game duel which ended with a score of 21-18, 18-21, 21-13.
“I dedicate this first title to Indonesia, PBSI, coaches, all teams and family. Also to all friends and supporters who continue to support us,” said Fajar as quoted from PBSI’s release.
“The meaning of this champion certainly adds to our motivation to continue to contribute achievements to Indonesia,” he continued.
Victory at the 2023 Malaysia Open is expected to increase Fajar/Rian’s confidence for future tournaments. In January, there will still be India Open and Indonesia Masters.
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