Praveen/Melati Inform PB Djarum that They are Excluded from National Training

JawaPos.com-A big surprise could happen to the composition of the PP PBSI 2022 national training squad. Indonesia’s number one mixed doubles Praveen Jordan/Melati Daeva Oktavianti may be dropped from the national team.

According to sources JawaPos.com, about two weeks ago, the world number five mixed doubles had verbally expressed their exclusion from national training to their home club, PB Djarum.

Together with Praveen and Melati, the national mixed doubles players who came to Kudus were Gloria Emanuelle Widjaja, Akbar Bintang Cahyono, Andika Ramadiansyah, and Marsheilla Gischa Islami.

Praveen et al conveyed this information in a small forum in front of PB Djarum Chairman Yoppy Rosimin, PB Team Manager Djarum Fung Permadi, and PB Djarum coach who is also Indonesian men’s doubles legend Sigit Budiarto.

Source JawaPos.com gave information that Gloria was crying when she broke the news. Outside the room, Melati also had time to cry and was devastated by the decision to remove it,

When confirmed, Yoppy Rosimin answered diplomatically. He says that anything can happen. What is clear is that Praveen/Melati and other national training players are currently training at PB Djarum. During this holiday period, PP PBSI returns all players to their home clubs and areas where they belong.

“PBSI still has not provided statement whatever. We are waiting for the decree (decision letter, ed) first,” said Yoppy to JawaPos.com.

“About Praveen/Melati being crossed out, yes, it’s possible, nothing is certain. We have now prepare for all the risks,” added Yoppy.

Yoppy said that even though Praveen/Melati are Indonesia’s number one mixed doubles, world number five pair, and the 2020 All England champions, the risk of being dropped from the national training still exists.

Moreover, Praveen/Melati’s performance was not impressive throughout 2021. They stopped in the quarter-finals of the Tokyo Olympics. In addition, Praveen/Melati also failed to win the title throughout 2021. Their best achievement is runner-up Thailand Open dan Hylo Open, Jerman.

Even at the Indonesia Masters and Indonesia Open events in Nusa Dua, Bali, Praveen/Melati had already fallen in the first and second rounds. In the BWF World Tour Finals, Praveen/Melati stopped in the group stage.

“For example, Tontowi Ahmad. He was an Olympic champion but was recalled on an apprenticeship. Then there was Sony Dwi Kuncoro who was crossed out. Anything can happen. The risk is always there,” said Yoppy.

“What is clear, for example, is that it is true that it is crossed out, so I emphasize that players must have commitment. There still is no that commitment? If there is, let’s go together,” said Yoppy.

Indonesian mixed doubles coach Nova Widianto refused to answer the issue of the exclusion of Praveen/Melati. Nova said that promotion and relegation will only occur after the national selection which will take place from January 10 to 15.

“I can not talk first that was about that (Praveen/Melati crossed out, ed). I’m still on vacation, Mas,” Nova said. “After the national election, we will meet again and after that the decision will be made,” added Nova.

Nova himself has publicly criticized Praveen/Melati at a press conference at the Indonesia Masters 2021, November 18, 2021.

At that time, Nova launched a sharp criticism because Praveen / Melati were defeated by the world number 178 Indian double, Dhruv Kapila / Reddy N. Sikki with a score of 11-21, 20-22 in the first round of the 2021 Indonesia Masters.

“It’s not us belittle, but the opponent was two levels below them. I think they are no there is a sense of responsibility. Playing at home, you should feel no want to lose is there,” Nova said at the time.

In line with Nova, mixed doubles coach PB Djarum Vita Marissa is also unable to confirm whether Praveen/Melati will really leave Pelatnas.

“I don’t know because there is no official letter yet,” said Vita. According to Vita, currently the national training players are being returned to their respective clubs.

On the other hand, the source JawaPos.com said that if Praveen/Melati were officially dropped, then PB Djarum would continue to fight for and help them to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

In addition, PB Djarum will also ask for a written commitment to Praveen/Melati. They will always be evaluated in every tournament. The coaches will also evaluate and record all their training results.

“If they are not committed, PB Djarum may stop their training. It could even be given a penalty, “said the source JawaPos.com.

In addition, PB Djarum will also find a new partner for Gloria. One of the names that came to the fore was Dejan Ferdinandansyah. Dejan, currently, partnered with Serena Kani. Dejan/Serena are the only Indonesian representatives competing in the 2021 World Championships.

When confirmed, Gloria said she did not dare to answer the question of her exclusion from the national training. “Yet in-publish same PBSI, so I appreciate their decision, ”Gloria told JawaPos.com. “Wait for the official decree, Mas. PBSI will later publish too really,” added Gloria.

When asked who was responsible for his removal from the national training, Gloria still gave a floating answer.

“Probably from the administrator (who crossed out, ed). I don’t know what my status will be. But if that’s the case, yes I will run. I still want to pursue the prospect of 2024 (Paris Olympics). My temporary target is to get there first,” he added.

Asked about the possibility that she will partner with Dejan Ferdinansyah, Gloria said that if that were the case, she would do well.

“Keep the process it’s okay, Mr. His name performance can go up or down. Permanent enjoy also, because of this process, I myself went through it,” said Gloria. “During 2021, if I reflect on it, it will still be stay strong, still can standing on their own feet, and can keep their own commitments,” he added.

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