Wiranto: 'Indonesia Open is a Preparatory Event to Asian Games'

Wiranto (third from left) at Press Conference Blibli Indonesia Open 2018
Wiranto (third from left) at Press Conference Blibli Indonesia Open 2018
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PP PBSI Chairman, Wiranto, expressed that Blibli Indonesia Open 2018 that will be held in Istora Senayan, Jakarta on July 3 -8, is hoped to be utilized by Indonesian Badminton athletes to play their best games before Asian Games 2018, that will also be held in the same venue in August 2018.

Certainly this year’s Indonesia Open is an opportunity for our players to prepare for Asian Games. The reason is that Badminton’s achievements are hoped to lead Indonesia’s effort to be in the Top 10 for the coming Asian Games. This tournament is also an event for our players to observe the elite players that are coming for Indonesia Open,” as expressed by Wiranto on the latest press Conference, Monday (14/5) in Fairmont Hotel, Jakarta.

Not only that, on his speech, Wiranto also thanked Blibli.com that are committed to be the main sponsor for this year’s Indonesia Open.

I gratefully thank Blibli.com for the commitment to be this year’s main sponsor. Furthermore, to all stakeholders that constantly supports this tournament with all the hard work. Hopefully this event will be a success and produce a significant result to Indonesia,” he added.

Wiranto also wishes all Indonesian athletes good luck playing in Blibli Indonesia Open 2018.

 “And I wish a good luck to all Indonesian athletes,” as Wiranto closed his speech.