Badminton supremacy

Badminton supremacy

We have every reason to be satisfied with and proud of the Indonesian badminton teams which succeeded in winning the prestigious Thomas and Uber Cups, following nerve-wracking matches at the Senayan sports center in Jakarta last weekend.

Yet, the event was marred by the overly enthusiastic and uncontrollable home supporters who threw plastic bottles at the Malaysian players and officials when the score was 3-0 in favor of Indonesia, necessitating the cancellation of the remaining two games.

-Kompas, Jakarta

The unruly behavior of our spectators during the match will obviously leave a black mark in the eyes of international viewers. If only Malaysia had fled the arena for fear of being terrorized, the bad experience of 1967 would have repeated itself.

But Malaysia showed great heart by hanging in there and continuing to play until the decisive set. We should be appreciative of such a noble attitude.

-Suara Karya, Jakarta

Fantastic! That is the word to illustrate the might of the Indonesian badminton team which showed its supremacy last week by grabbing both the Thomas and Uber Cups in the same year.

-Pikiran Rakyat, Bandung

With the great success of the Indonesian team, Indonesia is now recognized as the holder of world badminton supremacy.

But after the players wind up their victory leave, they should return to their training camps to prepare for future world events.

-Media Indonesia, Jakarta

Our dream has come true! Thanks go to the training system designed by the Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI) that gives young players experience in both training and matches. Surely a lesson for other local sports organizations.

-Republika, Jakarta