Young Indonesians down China to show they are Thomas Cup contenders

Back in form: The Japan women’s team posing with their trophy after beating China in the final of the Asia Team Badminton Championships yesterday. — Bernama

ALOR SETAR: Indonesia have sounded a warning to their rivals that they are bent on winning the Thomas Cup after a lapse of 16 years – with their younger generation of players.

The team powered by Kuala Lumpur SEA Games champion Jonatan Christie stamped their class at the men’s Asia Team Champion­ships by beating China 3-1 in the final at the Sultan Abdul Halim Stadium yesterday.