Orleans, France – Indonesian duo Rachel Allesya Rose and Febi Setianingrum are one step closer to a potential title at the Orleans Masters 2026, securing their place in the semifinals with a commanding victory over third-seeded Taiwanese pair Hsu Ya Ching and Sung Yu-Hsuan on Friday. The Indonesian team dispatched their opponents in straight games, 21-14, 21-15, continuing a strong run at the BWF World Tour Super 300 event.
The victory marks a significant milestone for Rachel/Febi, who have demonstrated impressive form throughout the tournament. They controlled the match from the outset, establishing an early lead in the first game and maintaining momentum to close it out decisively. This result comes after a challenging start to the year for the pair, who had experienced first-round exits in their previous two tournaments.
Rachel/Febi quickly established a 7-5 advantage in the opening game. They extended this lead to a four-point cushion at the interval, leading 11-7. Even as Hsu/Sung mounted a brief comeback, leveling the score at 11-11, Rachel/Febi responded emphatically. After a 13-13 tie, the Indonesian pair reeled off five consecutive points, surging ahead to 18-13. Hsu/Sung could only add one more point as Rachel/Febi secured the first game, 21-14.
The second game followed a similar pattern, with Rachel/Febi dictating the pace. They built a five-point lead at 9-4 and continued to extend their advantage, reaching the interval with an 11-6 lead. Maintaining their consistency, they pushed their lead to six points at 15-9. Although Hsu/Sung attempted to close the gap, reaching a score of 12-15, Rachel/Febi remained composed and finished the game strongly, winning 21-15.
This win follows a successful Round of 16 match for Rachel/Febi, where they overcame another Taiwanese pairing, Chen Su Yu and Lee Yu-Hsuan, in a hard-fought three-game battle on Thursday. That match concluded with a scoreline of 14-21, 21-6 and 21-13.
The Orleans Masters has as well seen success for other Indonesian players. Leo Rolly Carnando and Bagas Maulana have also advanced to the quarterfinals, defeating the French duo Baptiste Labarthe and Quentin Ronget. However, Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma and Meilysa Trias Puspitasari were eliminated in the Round of 16 by a Japanese pair, Sumire Nakade and Miyu Takahashi.
Rachel Allesya Rose, currently ranked 23rd in the world with Febi Setianingrum as of March 10, 2026, according to BWF rankings, has been steadily rising in the badminton world. She was a member of the Indonesian team that won a bronze medal at the 2022 World Junior Championships and a silver medal in the girls’ doubles event at the same tournament. Her partnership with Febi Setianingrum is proving to be a formidable force on the international stage.
Looking ahead, Rachel/Febi will face another Taiwanese pair in the semifinals, aiming to continue their impressive run and compete for the Orleans Masters title. The match is scheduled for Friday, March 20th, at 16:50 WIB. The duo has openly stated their ambition to win the tournament, demonstrating confidence and determination.
The success of Rachel/Febi at the Orleans Masters is a positive sign for Indonesian badminton, showcasing the depth of talent within the national program. Fans can follow updates on the tournament and the progress of Indonesian players through official BWF channels and Indonesian badminton federation (PBSI) communications.
Next up for Rachel Allesya Rose and Febi Setianingrum is their semifinal clash against Hsu Ya Ching/Sung Yu-Hsuan. The match promises to be a challenging encounter as they strive to reach the final and contend for the Orleans Masters 2026 championship.
