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Jonathan Christie Claims Victory at the 2023 Indonesia Masters

Indonesia Master Finals Men Single Winner

Defeating National Training Partner Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo in an All-Indonesia Final Showdown.

In a highly-anticipated match between national training partners, Jonathan Christie emerged victorious at the 2023 Indonesia Masters, clinching his first BWF Super 500 level tournament win. Utilizing his Li-Ning Axforce 90 Long Max racket, the world no.3 outplayed Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo, who used the Victor TK-F Enhaced Edition, winning in straight sets 21-15, 21-13.

The match began with both players playing patiently, taking advantage of half balls and trying to respond with smacks when their positions weren’t ready. However, Jonathan’s superior background experience and mental toughness proved to be the deciding factor, as he held an 11-9 lead at the first break.

Jonathan continued to dominate the match, forcing long and grueling rallies that worked to his advantage. Chico, who was already exhausted, made a number of errors on his returns and was unable to stand up to the pressure, ultimately recording only 15 points in the first game.

Despite Chico’s attempts to fight back with aggressive play from the front zone, Jonathan’s dominance continued in the second game. With his strategy of playing slow and relying on rallies to weaken Chico’s defense, Jonathan sealed the match with a 21-13 lead, marking a new record in his badminton career by winning the Indonesia Masters for the first time.

Li Ning Axforce 90 Long Max Unstrung Badminton Racket [AYPS069-1] 4U vs Victor Thruster TK-F Enhanced Edition (TK-F C)

Racket features

Li Ning Axforce 90 Long Max Unstrung Badminton Racket [AYPS069-1] 4UVictor Thruster TK-F Enhanced Edition (TK-F C)
Shaft flexibility Medium Stiff
Balance point 309mm Head heavy
Weight 4U, 84 - 86 grams 3U, 4U
Grip size G5, Extra Small 3 1/8"/79.4mm G5
String tension Vertical < 30 lbs lbs, Horizontal < 30 lbs ≦ 31lbs