Malaysia’s junior badminton mixed team advanced to the quarter-finals of the Asian Junior Mixed Team Championships after defeating South Korea 2-0 in a decisive match on April 5, 2024, in Petaling Jaya, according to the Badminton Asia Confederation (BAC). The victory secured Malaysia’s place in the next stage of the tournament, which features teams from … Read more
Indonesia Sweeps Macau 2-0 in Badminton Asia Junior Championships 2026 Group Stage By Daniel Richardson | Archysport | Published 15 May 2026 Indonesia defeated Macau 2-0 in straight-game victories at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships 2026, securing a commanding group-stage win with scores of 55-16 and 55-15. The results, confirmed by tournament officials, mark Indonesia’s … Read more
Chelsie Monica Becomes First Woman to Beat Magnus Carlsen in Classical Chess Indonesian chess prodigy Chelsie Monica defeated World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in a rapid game, marking the first time a woman has beaten the Norwegian grandmaster in classical chess. The upset, confirmed by official tournament records, has sent shockwaves through the chess world. … Read more
FIFA Accused of Double Standards as Indonesia Visa Controversy Resurfaces Ahead of 2026 World Cup By Daniel Richardson | Editor-in-Chief, Archysport June 15, 2024 FIFA’s decision to grant automatic visa exemptions to all 46 teams competing in the 2026 World Cup—hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico—has reignited criticism over its perceived double standards, with … Read more
Indonesia Secures 12 Spots for 2026 World Badminton Championships: A New Era Begins As the international badminton circuit gears up for the upcoming season, the landscape of Indonesian representation at the world stage has begun to take shape. With 12 representatives officially confirmed for the 2026 World Badminton Championships, the nation is balancing the excitement … Read more
Horsens, Denmark – In a stunning upset that reverberated through the badminton world, Indonesia, 14-time champions of the Thomas Cup, were eliminated from the tournament following a decisive 4-1 defeat at the hands of France on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The result, unfolding at Forum Horsens, marks the first time in the nation’s storied Thomas … Read more
Bung Ropan Questions John Herdman’s AFF Focus as Indonesia Eyes Historic Title Veteran Indonesian football commentator Bung Ropan has expressed surprise at head coach John Herdman’s decision to exclude Ricky Kambuaya from the latest national team squad ahead of the 2026 AFF Championship, suggesting the move signals Herdman’s prioritization of the regional tournament over other … Read more
Indonesian football analyst Bung Ropan has voiced curiosity about Canada-born coach John Herdman’s strategic intentions for the national team as Indonesia prepares for its FIFA Matchday window in June 2026. The comments come amid growing anticipation for the upcoming AFF Cup and ASEAN Cup tournaments later this year. Speaking on his personal YouTube channel, Bung … Read more
Indonesia Breaks 20-Year Drought to Reach Billie Jean King Cup World Playoffs After two decades of waiting, Indonesia has finally reclaimed its place on the global tennis stage. The national team has officially qualified for the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup world playoffs, marking a historic milestone for the country’s women’s tennis program. The achievement … Read more
Indonesia Faces ‘Group of Death’ in AVC Cup 2026 Drawing; Thailand Rematch Set The road to the 2026 AVC Men’s Cup just became significantly steeper for the Indonesian national volleyball team. Following the official drawing held on Friday, April 10, in Ahmedabad, India, Indonesia has been placed in Pool B—a grouping already being labeled a … Read more