HORSENS, Denmark – The draws for the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup, badminton’s premier international team championships, were conducted Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, revealing a mixed bag of fortunes for Indonesia’s men’s and women’s teams. Coming off a strong showing as finalists in the 2024 edition, the Indonesian squads find themselves in markedly different … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – The Bulgarian national football team has arrived in Jakarta to participate in the FIFA Series 2026, but they will be without their captain and a key attacking threat for the matches against Indonesia and potentially the Solomon Islands. The tournament, scheduled from March 23–31, will see Bulgaria face the Solomon Islands in … Read more
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Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesia national team is bolstering its coaching staff with the addition of experienced English manager Simon Grayson, ahead of the upcoming FIFA Series 2026. Grayson confirmed his role as an assistant coach to John Herdman, signaling a significant step in the preparations for the international competition. The appointment, first reported on … Read more
Tanaka Blooms Late but Bright for Japan BASEL, Switzerland – Yushi Tanaka is rapidly establishing himself as a force in men’s singles badminton, and his recent victory at the 2026 Swiss Open in Basel is the latest evidence of his ascent. The 26-year-old Japanese player defeated Indonesia’s Alwi Farhan 21-18, 21-12 on Sunday, securing his … Read more
QINGDAO, CHINA – The burgeoning Indonesian men’s doubles pairing of Raymond Indra and Nikolaus Joaquin are quickly gaining attention, with many drawing comparisons to the legendary duo of Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo – affectionately known as “Minions.” The rising stars recently reached the semifinals of the All England Open, fueling the debate. … Read more
After a 37-year wait, MotoGP is roaring back to Brazil in 2026, with the inaugural Grande Prêmio de Brasil scheduled for March 20-22 at the Autódromo Internacional de Goiânia – Ayrton Senna in Goiânia. This marks a significant moment for motorsport in the country, bringing the premier motorcycle racing series back to a passionate fanbase. … Read more
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AMSTERDAM – Ajax Amsterdam goalkeeper Maarten Paes has revealed the deeply personal and emotional reason behind his decision to represent the Indonesian national team. The choice, he says, wasn’t simply a footballing calculation, but a profound tribute to his late grandmother and her strong historical ties to Indonesia. Paes’s decision to turn down opportunities with … Read more
PETALING JAYA – Indonesia may have found a recent weapon in their arsenal for the upcoming Thomas Cup Finals. Young badminton player Alwi Farhan is quickly establishing himself as a potential key contributor, following a strong showing at the recent All-England Open in Birmingham. The 2023 world junior men’s singles champion, Alwi, made a notable … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – The All England Open 2026 saw a mixed bag of results for Indonesia on Thursday, March 5th, with several players advancing to the round of 16 while Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma and Meilysa Trias Puspitasari concluded the day’s play with a hard-fought victory. The tournament, held at the Utilita Arena Birmingham, continues to … Read more
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KOMPAS.com – The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) officially announced Indonesia as one of the countries on the list of candidate hosts for the prestigious 2031 Asian Cup. This confirmation was obtained after AFC completed the process of verifying offers from various Member Associations who had submitted their interest since last year. In the struggle for … Read more