Edgy fans veto touchy-feely play

Edgy fans veto touchy-feely play

JAKARTA (JP): The pressure can be too much in a nail-biting
contest, even for those sitting in the stands.

Indonesian doubles pair Bonit Wiryawan and Sulistyo Wibowo
were on the receiving end of some unsolicited advice during their
crucial match against Thailand in the men's team tennis event
yesterday.

"Bonit, Sulis, please don't do those high fives too much, they
waste time," a spectator shouted impatiently during the tense
match.

The Indonesians had made it a habit to congratulate each other
after winning a point.

Those who did sit tight were rewarded with the first
Indonesian victory in the event in a decade. Grateful fans
serenaded the team with Padamu Negeri (For My Country). (yan)