Gregoria Mariska Advances to Kumamoto Masters Final,Cites Challenging Year After Illness
kumamoto,Japan – Gregoria Mariska secured her place in the final of the 2024 Kumamoto Masters,marking her third consecutive appearance in the tournament’s championship round. the Indonesian badminton player overcame her opponent to advance, expressing gratitude for the victory despite acknowledging an imperfect performance.
This year’s run to the final carries particular significance for Mariska, who battled vertigo that sidelined her for approximately three months and hindered a full recovery. The achievement represents a major milestone in her return to form, demonstrating resilience after a period of health challenges. the final will pit her against either Nozomi Okuhara or Ratchanok Intanon, with the championship match scheduled for[DateofFinalMatch-[DateofFinalMatch-[DateofFinalMatch-[DateofFinalMatch-not provided in source].
“Grateful for today’s result, even though I felt I didn’t play cleanly, I was able to get through it with a win.Third final in a row at the Kumamoto Masters, happy and unexpected,” mariska stated following her semi-final victory, as reported by the Indonesian Badminton Association (PBSI).
Mariska emphasized the emotional weight of the accomplishment given her recent health setbacks. “This is a very meaningful achievement because this has been a difficult year for me after taking several breaks due to illness,” she explained.
Looking ahead to the final, Mariska intends to prioritize enjoying the competition and focusing on her performance rather than solely on the outcome. “In the final I hope I can play optimally, can have fun on the field, not think too much about the results. I want to fight as hard as possible, I am steadfast to win but I want to focus on the process first,” she said.
Mariska also expressed appreciation for the support she received from fans both in attendance and those watching remotely. “Thank you very much to my supporters who were present on the field today, their support was heard and very meaningful. Also to everyone who supported me wherever they were,” she concluded.