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Mödling, Austria – The ASV Pressbaum-Badminton team concluded their regular season campaign in the Austrian Badminton Bundesliga with a 3-5 loss to Badminton Mödling on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Despite the defeat, Pressbaum had already secured home-court advantage in the upcoming semifinals, lessening the sting of the result. The match saw a motivated Mödling side, battling for a spot in the semifinals themselves, overcome a largely available Pressbaum roster – missing only Jan Janostik.
The match began favorably for the visitors, with team captain Adi Pratama and Muhammad Izzuddin dominating Michael and Christian Tomic in the first men’s doubles. The Pressbaum duo secured a convincing 3-0 victory (11:5, 11:9, 11:8), putting their team ahead 1-0. While, Mödling quickly responded in the second men’s doubles. Pawel Smilowski and Armin Sarosi faced a tough challenge against Leon Seiwald and Dominik Stipsits, ultimately falling in a close three-set match (11:13, 6:11, 11:13), leveling the score at 1-1.
The momentum continued to shift as Alzbeta Basova and Serena Au Yeong, Pressbaum’s strongest women’s doubles pairing, navigated a rollercoaster match against Reka Sarosi and Verena Straus. After a dominant first set win (11:2), they surprisingly dropped the next two (9:11, 8:11), finding themselves on the brink of defeat. Demonstrating resilience, Basova and Au Yeong battled back to win the following two sets (11:9, 11:4), regaining the lead for Pressbaum at 2-1.
The first men’s singles matches proved pivotal. Muhammad Izzuddin faced national player Leon Seiwald and suffered a surprising four-set loss (11:13, 13:11, 8:11, 6:11). This allowed Mödling to tie the score at 2-2. Adi Pratama, however, delivered a strong performance against Michael Tomic, largely dominating his opponent to secure a 3-0 victory (11:4, 8:11, 11:9, 11:7), pushing Pressbaum back into the lead at 3-2.
The fortunes of Pressbaum began to wane in the women’s singles. Carina Meinke faced Ella Neve, a German U22 champion, and despite winning the first set in a tight contest (14:12), she lost control in the subsequent sets (2:11, 8:11, 3:11), bringing the score level at 3-3. Armin Sarosi then entered the third men’s singles match against Mark Korosa. Sarosi initially took the lead, winning the first set (7:11), but Korosa rallied to win the next three (11:9, 9:11, 11:4, 11:4), giving Mödling their first lead of the match at 4-3.
The final match of the day, a mixed doubles pairing of Pawel Smilowski and Alzbeta Basova against Christian Tomic and Ella Neve, proved to be a nail-biter. Mödling took the first set (11:7), but Pressbaum responded to tie the match (11:8). The third set went to Mödling in a close extension (12:10), only for Pressbaum to equalize once more (11:7). Mödling prevailed in a decisive fifth set, likewise in an extension (12:10), sealing a 5-3 victory.
“Since we had already secured home-court advantage in the semifinals, we can absorb this defeat,” said a team spokesperson. “Perhaps some players lacked the usual motivation, and their performance reflected that. However, a significant improvement will be necessary if we want to succeed in the semifinals.”
With Wolfurt finishing atop the standings, they have chosen to face Badminton Mödling in the first semifinal. This sets up a rematch of last year’s final: ASV Pressbaum will host ASKÖ Traun in the second semifinal. The match is scheduled for March 28, 2026, at 15:00 CET (9:00 AM EDT) in the Sporthalle Sacre Coeur in Pressbaum.
The upcoming semifinal against ASKÖ Traun presents a significant challenge for Pressbaum. Traun, a strong contender throughout the season, will undoubtedly be eager to avenge their loss in last year’s final. The match will test Pressbaum’s ability to regain their form and capitalize on their home-court advantage. Fans can expect a high-stakes battle between two of Austria’s top badminton teams.
For those following the Austrian Badminton Bundesliga, the semifinals promise exciting action and a glimpse of the nation’s top talent. The outcome will determine which teams advance to the final and compete for the championship title. The ASV Pressbaum team will need to demonstrate resilience and strategic play to overcome their opponents and secure a place in the final.
The team will be looking to regain the form shown earlier in the season, where they secured impressive victories against Ohlsdorf and Simmering. Key players like Adi Pratama and Alzbeta Basova will be crucial in leading the team to success. The coaching staff will also be working to refine the team’s tactics and prepare them for the challenges ahead.
Fans can stay updated on the latest news and results from the Austrian Badminton Bundesliga on the official website: https://www.badminton.at/. Live streaming of the semifinals will also be available, allowing fans to watch the action unfold from anywhere in the world.
The ASV Pressbaum team is committed to providing an exciting and competitive badminton experience for their fans. With a dedicated roster of players and a supportive coaching staff, they are poised to make a strong run in the semifinals and compete for the championship title.
