TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian men’s doubles pair Raymond Indra / Nikolaus Joaquin failed to clinch the Indonesia Open 2026 title after losing to Malaysian second seeds Goh Sze Fei / Nur Izzuddin in the final at Istora Gelora Bung Karno, Senayan, Jakarta, on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Raymond / Joaquin were defeated in three games, 21-13, 18-21, 10-21.
The result also meant Indonesia ended the BWF World Tour Super 1000 tournament without a title.
Earlier, Jonatan Christie, who competed in the men’s singles category, also lost to Canada’s Victor Lai in the final.
The Indonesian pair showed strong promise in the opening game, immediately taking control and leading 11-7 at the interval. Despite committing several unforced errors that allowed their opponents to reduce the gap, Raymond / Joaquin maintained their dominance.
After the break, the tempo of the game increased with shorter rallies, and the Indonesian duo looked more comfortable in building their attacks. They stretched their lead to 17-8 before closing the first game convincingly 21-13.
Entering the second game, Goh / Izzuddin attempted a comeback, taking the first two points. However, Raymond / Joaquin once again managed to relieve pressure and regain control, leading 11-7 at the interval, similar to the first game.
The situation changed after the break as the Malaysian pair increased the tempo and became more aggressive in attack. Their powerful smashes began to produce points, allowing them to level the score at 14-14.
The momentum gradually shifted to the Malaysian side as they edged ahead 16-15. The match became increasingly tense in the late stages of the game. At a crucial moment, Raymond’s shot hit the net, giving the Malaysians a game point opportunity, which they converted to take the second game 21-18 and force a decider.
In the third game, Goh / Izzuddin carried the momentum from their second-game win. The match was initially tight, but the Malaysian pair gradually took control and led 11-8 at the interval. After the break, their dominance became more evident as they pulled away further to 16-9 and 18-9.
On the other hand, Raymond / Joaquin began to lose rhythm and struggled to penetrate the Malaysian defense.
Playing more calmly and consistently, Goh / Izzuddin did not give the Indonesian pair any chance to mount a comeback. They closed the third game with a 21-10 victory, securing the men’s doubles championship title at the Indonesia Open 2026.
Read: Victor Lai Ends Jonatan Christie's Indonesia Open Title Dream
Victor Lai Ends Jonatan Christie's Indonesia Open Title Dream
4 jam lalu
The Indonesian men's singles badminton player, Jonatan Christie, suffered a loss to Canadian representative Victor Lai in the final match of the BWF World Tour Super 1000 Indonesia Open 2026.
Jonatan Christie One Win Away From First Indonesia Open Title
6 jam lalu
The final gives Jonatan Christie a chance to win his first Indonesia Open title and end Indonesia's 14-year wait for a men's singles champion.
Indonesia Secures Two Spots in Indonesia Open 2026 Finals
11 jam lalu
Jonatan Christie and Raymond Indra/Nikolaus Joaquin secured victories in the semifinals of Indonesia Open at Istora GBK on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Indonesia Open 2026: Putri KW Unable to Stop Chen Yufei's Run
2 hari lalu
Putri KW went down in straight games 13-21, 20-22. The result extended her head-to-head record against the Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medalist to 0-4.
2026 Indonesia Open Round of 16: Results and Highlights
2 hari lalu
Jonatan Christie relies on experience to overcome his junior opponent, Alwi Farhan, in the round of 16 at the 2026 Indonesia Open.
Indonesia Names 21-Player Squad for Indonesia Open 2026
5 hari lalu
Indonesia Open 2026 will take place at Istora Gelora Bung Karno, Senayan, Jakarta, from June 2 to 7, 2026.
Anders Antonsen Crowned Indonesia Open 2025 Champion
9 Juni 2025
Danish badminton men's singles player Anders Antonsen secured the Indonesia Open 2025 title after his third appearance in the championship final.
Sabar/Reza Clinch Spot in Indonesia Open 2025 Final
7 Juni 2025
Men's doubles pair Sabar Karyaman Gutama/Moh Reza Pahlevi Isfahani have secured a spot in the Indonesia Open 2025 final.
Indonesia Open 2025: Women's Doubles Rachel / Meilysa Eliminated in First Round
3 Juni 2025
Rachel / Meilysa had to bow out after losing to the Taiwanese pair Hsieh Pei Shan/Hung En Tzu in the first round of the Indonesia Open 2025.
Indonesia Open 2025 Badminton Championship Officially Announces Ticket Prices
8 Mei 2025
The Indonesia Open 2025 badminton championship will take place at Istora, Senayan, Jakarta, from 3rd to 8th June. Check out the ticket prices.
