PB Djarum Kudus, Central Java, won 16 gold medals from 21 classes competed in the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championship which took place from 4-9 November 2024 at GOR Djarum Jati, Kudus Regency.
“We are grateful that the 2024 Governor’s Cup championship has succeeded in attracting the attention and enthusiasm of the community from coaching clubs with tiered age categories,” said PBSI Central Java General Secretary Iswoyo in Kudus, Saturday.
Through regularly held national level tournaments, he hopes that the regeneration of young athletes can continue.
He admitted that every year the enthusiasm of the participants is always good, considering that this tournament has points that can boost the athletes’ ranking. Of course, this is what attracts clubs from all over Indonesia to come so that the hope is that breeding and regeneration can continue to be sustainable for the sustainability of badminton on the world stage.
Chair of the 2024 Polytron Governor Cup Organizing Committee, Yuni Kartika, appreciated the enthusiasm of the 2024 Polytron Governor Cup championship participants, totaling 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs in the country who showed their ability to record achievements and were ready to compete for prizes worth a total of IDR 471 million.
The 2024 Governor’s Cup tournament, he said, will be a preparation event for athletes to move up the grade level. So it is hoped that through this national class tournament, athletes can be encouraged to hone their skills.
“In this event, we can of course measure how the athletes in Indonesia from each club are developing, which then becomes evaluation material for the coaches, both physically, technically and mentally. From the PBSI side, we will also see the extent of the potential of the athletes’ potential. defend for the future,” he said.
The 2024 Governor’s Cup tournament is also a place to find talented seeds who are expected to make the Indonesian nation proud in the future. This championship is an official national scale tournament which is included in the PBSI calendar so that competing athletes also have the opportunity to add points as capital to play at a higher level such as the 2024 PBSI National Championship and Sirnas Premier.
Head of District Sales Polytron Handojo Djayadi added that sport is an important component that must continue to be supported, especially in looking for potential seeds by providing a place for athletes to compete.
“This is done in order to increase the flying hours of the athletes competing on the field. The hope is that new badminton players can continue to emerge with high quality to make the Indonesian nation proud in the future,” he said.
One of the PB Djarum athletes who played in the women’s singles sector in the U-13 category, Nafla Berly Syajira Al Habsy, managed to win the title after defeating fellow PB Djarum player, Laura Leydisya, in three games, 21-23, 21-15, 21-19.
“At the 2023 Governor’s Cup, I only got three podiums. But this year I am determined to train hard. Until finally I can win,” said Nafla.
Meanwhile, in the U-17 Men’s Doubles sector, Muhammad Khosda Alfagan, who was paired with Muhammad Luthfi Habibi from PB Djarum, also won against Faza Iwadh Kurnia Ramdhan/Hazel Rizqi Prasetyo in three long games 21-19, 25-27, 21-11.
“The match against Faza/Hazel was tiring because of the rubber game. Even in the second game the points were close, but we managed to take the lead and win the championship,” said Alfagan.
The 2024 Governor’s Cup will compete in 21 categories. The singles and women’s numbers have the largest age divisions, including the age groups U11 (early age), U13 (children), U15 (beginners), U17 (teenagers), to U19 (cadets). Meanwhile, the men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles events will only be contested by the age groups U15 (beginners), U17 (teenagers) and U19 (cadets). (Ant/Z-6)
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**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Iswoyo. PB Djarum’s performance at the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championship was outstanding, winning 16 gold medals. Can you tell us what this victory means for the club and for badminton in Central Java?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. Winning 16 gold medals out of 21 classes is a remarkable achievement for PB Djarum and a testament to the hard work of our athletes and coaches. This success highlights the strength of badminton in Central Java and reinforces our commitment to developing young talent in the sport.
**Editor:** The 2024 Governor’s Cup attracted a significant number of participants—over 1,000 athletes from various clubs. How does such enthusiasm impact the sport in the region?
**Iswoyo:** The participation of 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs is phenomenal. It shows that badminton is thriving in Indonesia. Events like the Governor’s Cup provide vital opportunities for young players to gain experience and compete at a high level. It’s also essential for their ranking progression and it creates a competitive environment that fosters improvement.
**Editor:** What initiatives are in place to ensure the sustainability of athlete development in badminton?
**Iswoyo:** We have a structured plan for regular national-level tournaments like the Governor’s Cup. These competitions are crucial for the regeneration of talent. They help coaches evaluate athletes physically, technically, and mentally, and we aim to identify promising players who can represent Indonesia on the world stage.
**Editor:** The overall prize pool for this championship was quite significant at IDR 471 million. How does this impact the motivation of athletes?
**Iswoyo:** A substantial prize pool is certainly an incentive. It not only motivates athletes but also helps clubs attract young talent. Many athletes aspire to win and earn recognition, and having tangible rewards boosts their commitment and drive to excel in badminton.
**Editor:** what are your hopes for the future of badminton in Indonesia following this event?
**Iswoyo:** I hope that the enthusiasm we witnessed at the Governor’s Cup continues to grow. It’s essential that we maintain a pipeline of talented athletes who can compete internationally. Through sustained effort and support from all stakeholders, including clubs, coaches, and sponsors, I believe Indonesian badminton can achieve great heights in the future.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Iswoyo. We look forward to watching the future of Indonesian badminton flourish!
**Iswoyo:** Thank you! It’s an exciting time for the sport, and I’m glad to share our journey with you.
