Indonesian Athletes Gain Boost from Strong Public Support at Asian Games
- 18 Sep 2026 20:06 WIB
- Voice of Indonesia
Poin Utama
- Public support from Indonesia is being encouraged to help maintain athletes' motivation throughout the 2026 Asian Games.
- The Indonesian contingent still has competitions ahead after the women's basketball team beat Thailand 61-52.
RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Strong support from Indonesian fans at home is being encouraged as an important source of motivation for the country's athletes competing at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Chef de Mission (CdM) of the Indonesian contingent Todotua Pasaribu called on the public to continue praying for and supporting the athletes as they compete in Asia's biggest multi-sport event.
"Every support from home becomes energy for the athletes to perform at their best, to uphold the Red and White and have Indonesia Raya played on the Asian sports stage," Todotua said in Japan, on Thursday, September 17, 2026, as quoted by Antara.
Todotua, who had just arrived in Japan, immediately watched the efforts of Dewa Ayu Made Sriartha Kusuma and her teammates against Thailand. He said he was pleased and proud to see the determination shown by Indonesia's athletes on the court.
According to Todotua, the victory should be appreciated, but the athletes must not become complacent because they still have their next match against China on Monday, September 21.
He said support from people in Indonesia plays an important role in maintaining the athletes' spirit throughout the 2026 Asian Games, as the Indonesian contingent still has a long competition ahead in Aichi-Nagoya.
In addition to teqball, which has recorded four wins from five matches, Indonesian athletes from various sports will continue competing in pursuit of their best results.
Todotua hopes public support will continue for the entire Indonesian contingent, including athletes and officials, until all competitions at the Asian Games conclude. ***
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