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China’s dominance in the Men’s Doubles title at the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships came to an end in 2017. In a historic breakthrough, Japan’s Mahiro Kaneko and Yunosuke Kubota achieved unprecedented success by winning the men’s tandem event. This victory marked the first time Japan had ever achieved gold in this category at the World Junior Championships.

The Japanese duo, seeded fourth, displayed a strong performance throughout the tournament, culminating in a 21-14, 15-21, 21-13 victory against the thirteenth-seeded pair from China. This win was a significant milestone for Japan, as it was their only chance to secure an individual doubles title at the championships, having lost in the Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles semi-finals.

Reflecting on their triumph, Kaneko and Kubota attributed their success to their attacking prowess, a tactic they employed consistently during the match. They expressed their happiness and confidence, explaining how defeating strong pairs in the quarter-finals and semi-finals boosted their self-assurance.

In the Women’s Doubles category, Korea’s Baek Ha Na and Lee Yu Rim emerged victorious, despite facing overwhelming support for the local favorites, Jauza Fadhila Sugiarto and Ribka Sugiarto. After losing the first game, the second-seeded Korean pair rallied back to secure an 18-21, 21-11, 21-3 victory in 57 minutes.

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While the Indonesian pair was disappointed with their loss in the final, they were grateful for achieving silver, surpassing their pre-tournament goal of reaching the semi-finals. The beaten Indonesians acknowledged that their opponents adjusted their tactics and defended well, leading to their confusion and loss of focus.

In the Mixed Doubles event, Indonesia had already secured gold, as teammates Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari faced off against Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti for the ultimate honor. Kusharjanto and Ramadhanti claimed a hard-fought first game and maintained their lead in the decider to take a 21-23, 21-15, 21-18 victory in 58 minutes.

Rivaldy expressed his joy and acknowledged the tough competition his team faced. He highlighted their familiarity with each other’s gameplay and training together as factors that contributed to their success. Indonesia’s team manager, Susy Susanti, praised the players’ outstanding performance, emphasizing the significance of achieving two gold medals, two silver medals, and one bronze medal in a prestigious event held in Yogyakarta.

The individual event at the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017 showcased the talents of the best junior badminton players from 64 countries. A total of 566 players competed for five titles, Eye Level cups, and scholarships sponsored by former BWF President Dr. Kang Young Joong.

FAQs

Q: Who won the Men’s Doubles title at the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017?
A: Mahiro Kaneko and Yunosuke Kubota from Japan secured the Men’s Doubles title, marking Japan’s first gold in this category in the history of the championships.

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Q: Which countries achieved gold medals in the Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles events?
A: Korea’s Baek Ha Na and Lee Yu Rim won the Women’s Doubles championship, while Indonesia’s Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti emerged as the champions in the Mixed Doubles category.

Q: How did the Indonesian team perform overall in the individual event?
A: Indonesia had a successful showing, with their players achieving two gold medals, two silver medals, and one bronze medal.

Conclusion

The Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017 showcased the exceptional talent of young badminton players from around the world. Japan’s Mahiro Kaneko and Yunosuke Kubota made history by winning the Men’s Doubles title, breaking China’s streak of victories in this category. Korea’s Baek Ha Na and Lee Yu Rim demonstrated their resilience and emerged as the Women’s Doubles champions. Meanwhile, Indonesia celebrated success in the Mixed Doubles event. Overall, the championships were a testament to the skill and determination of these young athletes. For more information about badminton and upcoming events, visit Carnegiecentre.