Indonesia Open 2026 Final Results: Historic Heartbreak and Continental Triumphs at the Istora
Canada's Victor Lai won the men's singles, becoming the first player from the Americas to win a Super 1000 title. Photo courtesy of Djarum Badminton.
JAKARTA, INDONESIA — The historic Istora Senayan stadium is legendary in global badminton for its acoustic intensity and demanding pressure. On June 7, 2026, it lived up to its reputation during the finals of the Polytron Indonesia Open 2026. This BWF World Tour Super 1000 event delivered an extraordinary afternoon of sport. The day was marked by the historic rise of an unexpected champion from across the globe, the continuing dominance of a legendary singles master, and late-game heartbreak for the home crowd.
2026 Indonesia Open: Final Results Overview
All matches took place on Court 1 at Istora Senayan, Jakarta.
| Match | Category | Winner | Runner-Up | Score | Duration |
| 1 | Women’s Singles (WS) | An Se-young [1] (KOR) | Akane Yamaguchi [3] (JPN) | 23-21, 21-12 | 00:39 |
| 2 | Mixed Doubles (XD) | Mathias Christiansen / Alexandra Bøje [5] (DEN) | Cheng Xing / Zhang Chi (CHN) | 21-19, 23-21 | 00:46 |
| 3 | Men’s Singles (MS) | Victor Lai (CAN) | Jonatan Christie [5] (RI) | 21-19, 21-8 | 00:39 |
| 4 | Women’s Doubles (WD) | Yuki Fukushima / Mayu Matsumoto [5] (JPN) | Liu Sheng Shu / Tan Ning [1] (CHN) | 21-15, 18-21, 21-18 | 01:06 |
| 5 | Men’s Doubles (MD) | Goh Sze Fei / Nur Izzuddin [7] (MAS) | Raymond Indra / Nikolaus Joaquin (RI) | 13-21, 21-18, 21-10 | 00:49 |
Men’s Singles: The Great Istora Shockwave
The men’s singles final caused the biggest surprise of the day. It featured local favorite Jonatan “Jojo” Christie, seeded fifth, against 21-year-old Victor Lai of Canada. The match ended with a significant upset in Canadian badminton history.
The Breakdown
Victor Lai (CAN) def. Jonatan Christie [5] (INA)
Score: 21-19, 21-8
Duration: 39 minutes
Jonatan Christie has spent more than a decade competing on the court at Istora Senayan. Yet, the pressure of seeking his first home Super 1000 title proved overwhelming. In contrast, Lai played with steady poise during the biggest match of his young career.
The first game stayed close, with Lai building an early advantage. Christie fought back, but Lai maintained his composure to win the opening game 21-19. In the second game, Christie’s form dropped as unforced errors accumulated. Lai focused on steady execution to dominate the game 21-8, securing Canada’s first-ever HSBC BWF World Tour Super 1000 championship.
Post-Match Reflections
Christie appeared dejected as he left the court. He noted that Lai played calmly before the energetic crowd without making critical mistakes. Christie acknowledged feeling the building pressure and stated he would have to learn from the experience.
Lai remained measured while reflecting on the unexpected victory. He admitted he had run through multiple good and bad scenarios in his head over the previous nights.
“In Canada, we might not have the support or the firepower as other countries, but if you believe, you can do it,” Lai observed. “We’ve showed it with Michelle [Li] before, Brian [Yang]… today I hope that I inspire some young kids from Canada to believe.”
Women’s Singles: An Se-young’s Continued Dominance
The afternoon opened with a classic rivalry in Women’s Singles. Top seed An Se-young faced Japan’s third-seeded Akane Yamaguchi. The match demonstrated the South Korean’s defensive skill and tactical patience.
The Breakdown
An Se-young [1] (KOR) def. Akane Yamaguchi [3] (JPN)
Score: 23-21, 21-12
Duration: 39 minutes
Yamaguchi pushed hard in the opening game, using deception and deep clears to challenge her opponent. She forced the game into extra points, but An raised her defensive level to claim the game 23-21.
The loss of the tight opening game impacted Yamaguchi’s momentum. In the second game, An controlled the court, moving Yamaguchi across the corners and forcing errors. An closed out the final game 21-12 to retain her Super 1000 title.
Mixed Doubles: The Danish Dream Run Reaches Its Peak
The mixed doubles final brought together Denmark’s fifth seeds Mathias Christiansen and Alexandra Bøje against China’s unseeded pairing of Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi. The match capped a highly successful Asian swing for the European duo.
The Breakdown
Mathias Christiansen / Alexandra Bøje [5] (DEN) def. Cheng Xing / Zhang Chi (CHN)
Score: 21-19, 23-21
Duration: 46 minutes
The Danes faced heavy pressure from the young Chinese pair, who had upset top seeds Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dongping in the quarterfinals. The first game was decided by late rallies, with Christiansen’s net play securing it 21-19.
The second game went into deuce as the Chinese pair saved multiple match points. The Danes remained composed to secure the game 23-21, winning their first Super 1000 crown together.
This victory concluded a successful month in Asia for the Danish pair, adding to their titles at the Thailand Open (Super 500) and Singapore Open (Super 750), alongside a semifinal run at the Malaysia Masters. Christiansen called the achievement of three titles in four weeks unexpected, while Bøje described the streak as a career peak.
Women’s Doubles: Japanese Veterans Outlast the World Champions
The women’s doubles final was the longest match of the afternoon, lasting over an hour. Veteran Japanese pair Yuki Fukushima and Mayu Matsumoto faced the world number one and top-seeded Chinese duo, Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning.
The Breakdown
Yuki Fukushima / Mayu Matsumoto [5] (JPN) def. Liu Sheng Shu / Tan Ning [1] (CHN)
Score: 21-15, 18-21, 21-18
Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes
The Japanese pair used deep defensive clears to win the first game 21-15. The Chinese pair responded with aggressive attacking play to claim the second game 21-18, forcing a decider.
The final game became a battle of physical stamina. Tied late in the match, Fukushima and Matsumoto relied on their experience to minimize errors, winning 21-18 to claim their first title of the year.
Men’s Doubles: Malaysian Poise Quiets the Home Crowd
The final match of the tournament gave the local fans one more opportunity to cheer for a home victory. Unseeded Indonesian pair Raymond Indra and Nikolaus Joaquin had made a surprise run to the final, which included an upset over Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik. They faced Malaysia’s seventh seeds, Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin.
The Breakdown
Goh Sze Fei / Nur Izzuddin [7] (MAS) def. Raymond Indra / Nikolaus Joaquin (INA)
Score: 13-21, 21-18, 21-10
Duration: 49 minutes
The young Indonesians started strong, using the crowd’s energy to take the first game 21-13 with fast attacking play.
The second game proved to be the turning point. Goh and Izzuddin slowed the pace, relying on steady defense to counter the host nation’s attacks. They edged out the game 21-18 to level the match.
In the final game, the physical toll of the tournament caught up with Indra and Joaquin. The Malaysian pair took an early lead and controlled the remainder of the match, winning 21-10. The victory earned them their second title of the year, both achieved at the Istora Senayan arena.
Tournament Takeaways
The 2026 Indonesia Open illustrated the unpredictable nature of elite badminton. While established champions like An Se-young maintained their status, the tournament also highlighted the emergence of new contenders. Victor Lai’s singles victory and the surprise finals run by Indra and Joaquin point to a changing competitive landscape as players look ahead to the remainder of the BWF World Tour season.