Vantaa –
Rinov Rinaldy/Pitha Haningtyas Mentari advance to the quarterfinals Arctic Open 2024. Indonesian mixed doubles beat Gregory Mairs/Jenny Mairs 19-21, 21-10, 21-16.
At Court 2 Energia Areena, Vantaa, Finland, Thursday (10/10/2024), Rinov/Pitha faced fierce resistance from the English pair. The points chase occurred from the start.
In the first game, Rinov/Pitha were ahead at the interval with a score of 11-9. The Mairs duo then chased after the break.
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Finally, Mairs managed to catch Rinov/Pitha’s points to 16-16. In the remainder of the first game, the British doubles were able to turn things around and win narrowly 21-19.
In the second game, Rinov/Pitha didn’t want to waste any more opportunities. After winning 11-9 again at the interval, the Indonesian doubles shot and won the match with a score of 21-10. Rubber game is held to find the winner.
In the deciding game, Rinov/Pitha immediately took the lead from the start. Seizing the third interval with 11-7, the Red and White team pair continued to maintain their performance and closed the match with a 21-16 win. Tickets for the quarterfinals were successfully bagged.
Furthermore, Rinov Rinaldy/Pitha Haningtyas Mentari will face Chinese doubles, Jiang Znen Bang/Wei Ya Xin, who are the 2nd seeds in the tournament in the quarterfinals Arctic Open 2024. The match will be held on Friday (11/10/2024).
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Rinov Rivaldy
As a renowned blog news writer, I am excited to share my analysis of the recent news article regarding Rinov Rinaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari’s impressive victory in the Arctic Open 2024. The Indonesian mixed doubles pair has successfully advanced to the quarterfinals, defeating the English duo Gregory Mairs and Jenny Mairs with a score of 19-21, 21-10, 21-16.
The match, which took place at Court 2 Energia Areena in Vantaa, Finland, on Thursday, October 10, 2024, was a thrilling encounter that showcased the skill and determination of both teams. Despite facing fierce resistance from the English pair, Rinov Rinaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari demonstrated their exceptional teamwork and strategic play, ultimately securing a well-deserved win.
This achievement is a testament to the growing talent and competitiveness of Indonesian badminton players on the international stage. As reported by Bisik.id [[1]] and detiksport [[2]], Rinov Rinaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari have made significant progress in the Arctic Open 2024, and their quarterfinals spot is a notable accomplishment.
However, it’s worth noting that not all Indonesian badminton players have been as fortunate. A Facebook post by PECINTA BULUTANGKIS [[3]] reveals that several Indonesian athletes, including siblings and prominent players, have been unable to participate in the Arctic Open 2024 due to various reasons.
Rinov Rinaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari’s victory in the Arctic Open 2024 is a remarkable achievement that highlights the strength and potential of Indonesian badminton. As they progress to the quarterfinals, they will undoubtedly face stiff competition, but their recent performance suggests that they are more than capable of holding their own against top-tier opponents.
