Korea Open 2023: Fajar/Rian Secure Tickets to the Semifinals

Yeosu, Beritasatu.com – Tickets to the semifinals of the Korea Open 2023 can be secured by the world’s number one men’s doubles from Indonesia, Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto. This was confirmed after Fajar/Rian succeeded in defeating Goh Sze Fei/Nur Izzudin 21-9, 23-21 at Jinnam Stadium on Friday (21/7/2023)

Fajar/Rian started the match well. They don’t give the opponent many chances to improve. Outstanding 11-3, Fajar/Rian closed the first game with a 21-9 win.

However, in the second game, Fajar/Rian faced fierce resistance from the Malaysian pair. Fajri, nicknamed Fajar/Rian, even trailed 13-17 before managing to equalize 18-18.

Fajar/Rian finally won match points 20-19 then finished the second game with a score of 23-21.

“Thank God, it went smoothly in today’s match. In the second game, the opponents appeared in a different pattern. They were more confident and confident in implementing long balls and playing defensively compared to the first game where they played no lobs,” said Fajar after the match.

“We’ve often met them so we know more or less the strengths and weaknesses of each. So in the first game we were immediately ready with the pattern we wanted,” said Rian.

Even though they have reached the semifinals, Fajar/Rian admit that they are not satisfied with their performance. They hope to be even better in the next game.

“Our game is not optimal. There are still many unforced errors and many punches are not right. Hopefully tomorrow will be even better,” concluded Fajar.

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