BAC 2024 Results: Failed to Break Through the Chinese Wall, Fajar/Rian Run aground in Top 8

Liputan6.com, Jakarta – The Indonesian men's doubles Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto stopped in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Asian Badminton Championship. They failed after being defeated by the Chinese duo Liang Wei Keng/Wang Chang.

In the match at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium, Friday (12/4/2024), Fajar/Rian surrendered 19-21, 21-12, 17-21.

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After the score was 2-2, Fajar/Rian took over the game by winning three points in a row. The two then shot 8-3 and 12-8.

However, Liang/Wang got up and equalized the score. The two pairs then engaged in a fierce duel and took turns winning points up to 14-14.

Fajri had the upper hand after coming back 19-16. Unfortunately they were unable to prevent their opponents from picking up five points in a row and losing the opening game.

As before, Fajar/Rian started the match well after getting the opening three points. This time they learned from previous experience. Fajri didn't let Liang/Wang chase.

After leading 11-7 at the interval, they maintained their lead 13-10, 16-12, and successfully forced the rubber.

A tight duel was present in the deciding game. After taking turns at 5-5, Liang/Wang walked away by winning three points in a row. They then maintained an 11-9 lead at the interval.

After the break, Fajar/Rian failed to escape the pressure. Even though they were able to cut the distance to 16-17, Fajar/Rian finally had to admit their opponent's superiority.