Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. In a thrilling showdown, mixed doubles duo Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari emerged victorious at the Spain Masters 2024, keeping their Olympic dreams for Paris 2024 alive.
They secured the title after a hard-fought battle on Sunday (31/3/2024) against China's Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi, winning with a scoreline of 17-21, 21-12, 21-13 in 54 minutes, as reported by antaranews.com.
Despite a setback in the first game, Rinov and Pitha bounced back with a more aggressive approach, dominating the second game and securing an impressive victory.
Their strategic play and relentless determination paid off as they seized control of the match, eventually claiming the championship.
The victory held immense significance for Rinov and Pitha, not only satisfying their thirst for victory but also bolstering their qualification chances for the Paris Olympics. Their success echoes their previous triumph at the Spain Masters 2024.
Indonesia had a strong presence in the Spain Masters 2024 final, with Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma and Amallia Cahaya Pratiwi and Sabar Karyaman Gutama/Reza Pahlevi Isfahani also competing for titles in their respective categories.
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