Indonesian Duo Indra and Joaquin Upset Third Seeds at All England Open 2026

Birmingham, UK – March 7, 2026 – Raymond Indra and Nikolaus Joaquin of Indonesia have advanced to the semi-finals of the YONEX All England Open Badminton Championships 2026, scoring a significant upset victory over the third-seeded Chinese pair, Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang.

Match Details

The Indonesian duo defeated Liang and Wang in straight sets, 21-18, 21-12. The quarter-final match showcased Indra and Joaquin’s strong performance as they overcame a higher-ranked opponent. [Source: Instagram]

Key Moments

The match, held as part of the quarter-final stage of the tournament, saw Indra and Joaquin, representing team HNDRD, demonstrate a commanding performance. [Source: Facebook] Several highlights of the match are available online, including a video posted on YouTube showing key rallies between the two pairs. [Source: YouTube] and [Source: YouTube]

Looking Ahead

Indra and Joaquin’s victory places them in the semi-finals, where they will compete for a chance to reach the final of the prestigious YONEX All England Open Badminton Championships 2026. Further updates on their progress will be provided as the tournament continues.