wikipustaka – Badminton is a very popular sport in Indonesia. No wonder, there are many talented athletes who come from this country and have made the nation proud in the international arena. Who are they? Here are 5 best Indonesian badminton players who amazed the world with their achievements and quality of play.
Taufik Hidayat
The Legend of Men’s Singles Taufik Hidayat is one of the best men’s singles players of all time. He is known for his deadly backhand smash and incredible reaction speed. Taufik Hidayat has won many prestigious titles, including the gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics, the 2005 world champion, and six times All England champion.
Taufik Hidayat also has a strong champion mentality and does not give up easily. He has beaten great players such as Lin Dan, Lee Chong Wei, and Peter Gade. Taufik Hidayat is an idol for many young generations who aspire to become professional badminton players. He is also known as a humble and friendly person.
Liliyana Natsir
The Queen of Mixed Doubles Liliyana Natsir is a mixed doubles player who has extraordinary achievements. She has partnered with several male players, such as Nova Widianto, Tontowi Ahmad, and Praveen Jordan. With them, she has won important titles, such as the gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, two times world champion, and five times All England champion.
Liliyana Natsir has excellent skills in controlling the front balls and setting the game. She also has high tactical intelligence and the ability to adapt to her partner’s playing style. Liliyana Natsir is one of the most successful female players in badminton history and is nicknamed “The Queen of Mixed Doubles”.
Hendra Setiawan
The Maestro of Men’s Doubles Hendra Setiawan is a men’s doubles player who has very high quality of play. He has partnered with several other players, such as Markis Kido, Mohammad Ahsan, and Boonsak Ponsana. With them, he has won prestigious titles, such as the gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, two times world champion, and four times All England champion.
Hendra Setiawan has advantages in terms of technique, power, and calmness. He also has varied and accurate shots, and the ability to read the opponent’s game. Hendra Setiawan is one of the most consistent men’s doubles players and is nicknamed “The Maestro of Men’s Doubles”.
Susi Susanti
The Pioneer of Women’s Singles Susi Susanti is a women’s singles player who became the pioneer of Indonesia’s glory in this sector. She was the first player to win the gold medal at the Olympics for Indonesia in Barcelona 1992. She also became the world champion, the All England champion, and the Asian Games champion.
Susi Susanti has advantages in terms of stamina, speed, and endurance. She also has sharp and varied shots, and the ability to control the tempo of the game. Susi Susanti is one of the most legendary women’s singles players and is nicknamed “The Pioneer of Women’s Singles”.
Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo/Marcus Fernaldi Gideon
The Minions Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo and Marcus Fernaldi Gideon are a men’s doubles pair who are currently the number one in the world. They have won many titles, such as the 2019 world champion, the All England champion three times in a row, and the World Tour Finals champion three times in a row.
Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo and Marcus Fernaldi Gideon have advantages in terms of speed, reflexes, and attack. They also have an attractive and entertaining playing style, with creative and spectacular shots. Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo and Marcus Fernaldi Gideon are one of the most popular men’s doubles pairs and are nicknamed “The Minions”.
