Returning to the All England arena after a challenging back problem, Praveen Jordan and Melati Daeva Oktavianti have overcome the odds and emerged victorious in a tough first-round match against Dejan Ferdinansyah and Gloria Emanuelle Widjaja. This victory holds special significance as it marks their return to the stage where they achieved their greatest triumph three years ago.
Throughout their career, Jordan and Oktavianti have faced their fair share of ups and downs. Last year, Jordan underwent spinal surgery, adding to their challenges. However, they made their comeback at the Indonesia Masters in January, followed by the YONEX German Open 2023, where they showed progress by reaching the second round. But the All England is a special tournament for Jordan, having won two titles here before, once with Debby Susanto in 2016 and again with Oktavianti in 2020.
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“We are thrilled to be back at the All England. It’s exciting to be here and play again after such a long time,” Jordan expressed with happiness.
Jordan’s road to recovery has not been easy. After undergoing spine surgery six months ago, he experienced pain and struggled to maintain faith. He was unable to play for three months following the surgery. However, driven by his motivation to return to the game, and with Oktavianti’s unwavering commitment, they are determined to reach new heights once again.
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When asked about his current form, Jordan humbly admitted, “I’m doing my best, but I haven’t reached my peak level yet. However, I’m ready to compete now after recovering from the operation.”
Highlights
- England’s Gregory Mairs and Jenny Moore were on the verge of a significant victory on home turf, leading German Open runners-up Kim Won Ho/Jeong Na Eun 16-8 in the third game. However, the Koreans staged a remarkable comeback and clinched the match with a scoreline of 15-21, 21-9, 21-19.
- Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping, after winning three consecutive titles, suffered their first defeat as they lost to Ye Hong Wei and Lee Chia Hsin from Chinese Taipei with a score of 21-15, 21-16.
- Despite nursing a sore ankle from the German Open, Kunlavut Vitidsarn secured his first victory against Kento Momota in three matches, winning with a score of 23-21, 21-15.
- Two-time champions Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan advanced to the second round with a hard-fought victory of 25-23, 21-18 over compatriots Pramudya Kusumawardana and Yeremia Rambitan.
FAQs
Q: How did Jordan and Oktavianti perform in their first-round match at the All England tournament?
A: Jordan and Oktavianti won their first-round match against Dejan Ferdinansyah and Gloria Emanuelle Widjaja, marking their return to the All England arena.
Q: How many titles has Jordan won at the All England tournament?
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A: Jordan has won two titles at the All England tournament, one in 2016 with Debby Susanto and another in 2020 with Melati Daeva Oktavianti.
Q: How has Jordan’s recovery been after his spinal surgery?
A: Jordan underwent spinal surgery six months ago, and it took him three months to recover. However, he is now ready to compete again.
Conclusion
Praveen Jordan and Melati Daeva Oktavianti’s return to the All England tournament after Jordan’s back problem and surgery has been met with excitement and anticipation. Having previously tasted victory on this stage, they are determined to reach new heights and regain their peak form. With their unwavering commitment and the support of each other, they are poised for a successful campaign at the All England tournament. Keep following Carnegiecentre for more updates on their journey.
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