Apriyani/Fadia Bring Indonesia to a 2-0 lead over Thailand

Jakarta, Beritasatu.com – Indonesia took a 2-0 lead over Thailand in the quarter-finals of the Uber Cup or Uber Cup 2024 after the doubles of Apriyani Rahayu/Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti beat Jongkolphan Kititharakul/Rawinda Prajongjai, Friday (3/5/2024)

Playing in Chengdu, China, Apriyani/Fadia beat the world number 10 pair with a score of 21-17, 21-14. The ninth-ranked doubles won after 52 minutes of fighting.

In the first set, there was an exciting chase for points between the two doubles. Apriyani/Fadia had a 10-6 lead in this match. However, Kititharakul/Prajongjai managed to equalize.

Apriyani/Fadia then even trailed slightly by 10-11, resulting in an interval. However, Apriyani/Fadia never gave up. Thanks to their careful ball control and fast play, their opponents often make their own mistakes.

After five equal scores after the interval, Apriyani/Fadia finished the first set with a score of 21-17.

Apriyani/Fadia played better in the second half. They managed to suppress their opponents so they couldn't develop their game.

The Thai pair equalized the score so the score became 2-2. But then, the game was controlled by Apriyani/Fadia.

Kititharakul/Prajongjai narrowed the lead to just one point and the score became 9-10. However, Apriayni/Fadia then added points and took an 11-8 lead, resulting in an interval.

Apriyani/Fadia continued to show their dominance and were never overtaken. They finally won the second game with a score of 21-14.

In the previous match, single Gregoria Mariska Tunjung also succeeded in winning. This Wonogiri-born player gave his team a 1-0 lead after beating Ratchanok Intanon.

In this first match, Gregoria beat Thailand's representative Ratchanok Intanon in two straight games 22-20 and 21-18. Gregoria managed to overcome his opponent in 50 minutes.

In the third match, women's singles Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo will challenge Supanida Kathetong. They met once and were won by Supanida. That happened at the 2023 Australian Open. Supanida, who is now in 16th place, won with a score of 21-7 and 21-11.

The fourth match will be played if one of the teams has not achieved three wins. In this fourth match, Indonesian doubles Lanny Tria Mayasari/Ribka Sugiarto will meet against Nuntakarn Aimsaard/Phataimas Muenwong.

Rank 27 has never met Nuntakarn/Phataimas because the Thai representatives are a new pair. Nuntakarn usually pairs with his brother Benyapa.

Meanwhile, the fifth match will be played if the winner is not yet confirmed. In the final match, Indonesian representative Komang Ayu Cahya Dewi, who is ranked 56th, will meet against Busanan Ongbamrungpham. This is the first time Komang has met the women's singles ranked 20th.

Meanwhile, in the Thomas Cup, Indonesia will compete in the quarter-finals against South Korea. This match will start at 17.00 local time or 16.00 WIB.