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2017 BWF World Junior Championships
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| Dates | 9–22 October | ||
| Edition | 19th | ||
| Level | International | ||
| Venue | Among Rogo Sports Hall | ||
| Location | Yogyakarta, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia | ||
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| Singles | boys | girls |
| Doubles | boys | girls |
| Mixed | doubles | teams |
The 2017 BWF World Junior Championships (officially known as the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017 for sponsorship reasons) was the nineteenth tournament of the BWF World Junior Championships. It was held in Yogyakarta, Indonesia at the Among Rogo Sports Hall between 9 and 22 October 2017.[1]
Host city selection
[edit]Bilbao (Spain) and Yogyakarta (Indonesia) originally submitted bids to host the 2016 competition.[2] Badminton World Federation later awarded the event to Bilbao while Yogyakarta was appointed as host for the next edition. According to the Indonesian delegation, the Spanish bid for the 2016 edition was approved due to fears of political instability should Bilbao awarded the 2017 edition.[3]
Medalists
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Medal table
[edit]| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Indonesia (INA) | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 2 |  China (CHN) | 1 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
| 3 |  Japan (JPN) | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
 South Korea (KOR) | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | |
| 5 |  Thailand (THA) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 |  Malaysia (MAS) | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Totals (6 entries) | 6 | 6 | 12 | 24 | |
References
[edit]- ^ "BWF World Junior Championships 2017". tournamentsoftware.com. Retrieved 29 September 2017.
- ^ Etchells, Daniel (16 May 2015). "Spain, Indonesia and India to host major badminton events within next two years". Inside the Games. Retrieved 30 March 2017.
- ^ "Yogyakarta Jadi Tuan Rumah BWF World Junior Championships 2017". badmintonindonesia.org (in Indonesian). Retrieved 30 March 2017.
External links
[edit]- BWF World Junior Championships 2017 at Tournamentsoftware.com
- BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships 2017 at Tournamentsoftware.com
2017 BWF World Junior Championships
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The 2017 BWF World Junior Championships, officially titled the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017 for the individual events, was the 19th edition of the biennial international badminton tournament for players under 19 years old, organized by the Badminton World Federation (BWF). Held from 9 to 22 October 2017 at the Among Rogo Sports Hall in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, the competition comprised the mixed team event (Suhandinata Cup) from 9 to 14 October and the individual championships from 16 to 22 October, attracting 566 players from 64 countries.[1][2][3]
In the mixed team competition, defending champions China retained the Suhandinata Cup by defeating Malaysia 3–1 in the final, securing their 12th title overall, while Japan and South Korea earned bronze medals. The individual events produced a diverse set of winners, with Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn claiming the boys' singles gold after defeating Malaysia's Leong Jun Hao in the final, marking the first-ever men's singles world junior title for Thailand.[4][5][6]
Host nation Indonesia celebrated a home triumph in the girls' singles as Gregoria Mariska Tunjung overcame China's Han Yue in a closely contested final, despite battling illness earlier in the tournament, with bronzes going to Malaysia's Goh Jin Wei and China's Cai Yanyan. In doubles categories, Japan's Mahiro Kaneko and Yunosuke Kubota ended China's six-year reign by winning the boys' doubles gold against Di Zijian and Wang Chang, while South Korea's Baek Ha-na and Lee Yu-rim secured the girls' doubles title over Indonesia's Jauza Fadhila Sugiarto and Ribka Sugiarto. Indonesia dominated the mixed doubles with an all-Indonesian final, where Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari defeated compatriots Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti for gold.[5][6][2]
The championships showcased rising global talents and intense rivalries, particularly among Asian nations, with Indonesia earning four medals overall and underscoring the depth of badminton development in the region.[2]
Host nation Indonesia led the medal table with five medals, highlighting their strong performance in doubles events. China, despite fewer golds, dominated the bronze category with six, contributing to their overall total of nine medals. Six nations secured at least one medal in total.[5][20]
Background
Overview
The 2017 BWF World Junior Championships, officially known as the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017, marked the 19th edition of this prestigious tournament organized by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).[2] Blibli.com served as the title sponsor, while Yonex-Sunrise provided equipment support, reflecting the event's commercial partnerships that enhance its global reach.[2] Held in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, the championships brought together top junior players under the age of 19 from around the world.[1] Initiated in 1992 as the IBF World Junior Championships and conducted biennially until 2006 before becoming an annual event, the tournament forms a cornerstone of the BWF's junior development program aimed at nurturing emerging talent in badminton.[1] It serves as an international multi-discipline competition, featuring mixed team and individual events across singles and doubles categories, to identify and promote promising athletes on the global stage.[1] In 2017, a record 64 member associations participated, underscoring the event's growing significance in fostering international competition and skill development among young players. The championships award the Suhandinata Cup to the winning mixed team, named after Justian Suhandinata, a pioneering figure in Indonesian badminton and BWF Honorary Life President, while the Eye-Level Cups are presented for individual event champions, emphasizing excellence in singles and doubles disciplines.[1] These trophies highlight the BWF's commitment to celebrating both collective and personal achievements in junior badminton.[1]Host City Selection
In May 2015, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced that Yogyakarta, Indonesia, would host the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships, with the 2016 edition awarded to Bilbao, Spain.[7] The selection process involved bids from both cities, initially competing for the 2016 event, but the BWF opted to assign the following year's hosting rights to Yogyakarta to promote geographical diversity in its global events calendar.[7] Key factors influencing Yogyakarta's selection included Indonesia's established badminton infrastructure, proven track record in organizing major international tournaments such as the Thomas Cup and Sudirman Cup, and a national emphasis on youth development in sports.[8] The Persatuan Bulu Tangkis Seluruh Indonesia (PBSI), Indonesia's national badminton association, led the bidding effort, highlighting the city's student-friendly environment and potential to inspire young athletes.[8]Hosting Details
Venue
The 2017 BWF World Junior Championships were held at the Among Rogo Sports Hall (GOR Among Rogo), a multi-purpose indoor arena located at Jl. Kenari No. 1, Semaki, Umbulharjo Subdistrict, Yogyakarta City, Special Region of Yogyakarta 55166, Indonesia.[9] This venue, which began hosting events in 2011, features a capacity of 5,000 spectators and is equipped with international-standard facilities tailored for badminton, including eight competition courts, four warming-up courts, and nine dedicated training courts.[9] Additional amenities comprise an athletes' lounge, VIP room, sound system, players' changing rooms, prayer room, press conference room, secretariat, toilets, and a vast parking lot, ensuring comprehensive support for high-level junior competitions.[9] Organized by Badminton Indonesia (PBSI), the event included logistical arrangements such as official accommodations at nearby hotels including the Royal Ambarukmo Hotel, Yogyakarta Plaza Hotel, and The Victoria Hotel, all situated in the city center for convenience.[9] Free shuttle services were provided from Adi Sucipto International Airport to the hotels, along with daily bus transfers between the hotels and venue—approximately 7 kilometers away and a 30-minute journey—to facilitate athlete mobility.[9] Training facilities were integrated on-site, allowing teams to prepare without relocation, while public transport options like buses and taxis were available at a nominal cost of around USD 5.[9] The Among Rogo Sports Hall's selection highlighted the city's rich Javanese cultural heritage, accessibility via international flights, and growing infrastructure for global sports gatherings.[9]Dates and Schedule
The 2017 BWF World Junior Championships took place from 9 to 22 October 2017, encompassing a two-week period that combined mixed team and individual competitions.[1] The mixed team phase, contested for the Suhandinata Cup, occurred from 9 to 14 October and featured group stages followed by knockout rounds leading to the final. Following a rest day on 15 October, the individual phase ran from 16 to 22 October, incorporating qualifying rounds, main draw matches, and finals across the five disciplines for the Eye-Level Cups.[5] Key daily milestones included participant arrivals and draw announcements on 8 and 9 October, the mixed team final on 14 October, and all individual finals on 22 October.[10] All events were held in Western Indonesia Time (UTC+7), with live streaming available through BWF TV platforms.[1][11]Mixed Team Event
Competition Format
The mixed team event at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships, known as the Suhandinata Cup, featured 24 teams divided into 8 groups of 3 or 4 teams each. Teams competed in round-robin group stages, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout rounds for positions 1-16, while others played placement matches.[12][4] Each tie consisted of up to five matches in the order: men's singles, women's singles, mixed doubles, women's doubles, and men's doubles, played in a best-of-five format. Matches followed BWF Laws of Badminton, with games to 21 points (deuce to 30). No player could participate in more than two matches per tie, and teams needed at least two males and two females. All players were under 19 years old, born in 1999 or later. Qualifying was based on continental championships and host allocations, with seeding by BWF World Junior Rankings.[12][13]Results
The mixed team event featured 24 teams from five confederations, structured with group stages followed by knockouts for the Suhandinata Cup.[4] In the group stage, Chinese Taipei topped Group G undefeated at 4-0, while China finished second with a 3-1 record after wins over Denmark (4-1), Algeria (5-0), and Hong Kong China (5-0), but a loss to Chinese Taipei. Host Indonesia topped Group H1 with 2-0 wins over Brazil (5-0) and Mongolia (5-0). Denmark achieved a 2-2 record in Group G, including a win over Algeria.[14][15] The knockout stages began with quarterfinals on 12 October. China defeated Indonesia 3-1: men's doubles Fan Qiuyue/Wang Chang def. Muhammad Shohibul Fikri/Adnan Maulana 13-21, 21-18, 21-15; women's singles Gregoria Mariska Tunjung def. Han Yue 21-17, 21-17; men's singles Bai Yupeng def. Gatjra Piliang Fiqihilahi Cupu 16-21, 21-15, 21-13; women's doubles Liu Xuanxuan/Xia Yuting def. Jauza Fadhila Sugiarto/Ribka Sugiarto 21-9, 21-15. Malaysia advanced by beating India 3-0, with Leong Jun Hao defeating Lakshya Sen 21-13, 21-15 in men's singles.[16][17] In the semifinals on 13 October, China defeated Japan 3-1 to reach the final. Malaysia advanced with a 3-0 win over South Korea, highlighted by Leong Jun Hao (21-6, 21-19) and Goh Jin Wei (21-16, 21-19).[18] The final on 14 October saw China retain the title with a 3-1 victory over Malaysia, securing their 12th Suhandinata Cup. Matches: mixed doubles Man Wei Chong/Pearly Koong Le Tan (Malaysia) def. Fan Qiuyue/Li Wenmei (China) 21-12, 9-21, 21-17; men's singles Gao Zhengze (China) def. Leong Jun Hao (Malaysia) 21-14, 21-18; boys' doubles Fan Qiuyue/Wang Chang (China) def. Chang Yee Jun/Ng Eng Cheong (Malaysia) 21-19, 21-17; girls' singles Han Yue (China) def. Goh Jin Wei (Malaysia) 21-16, 20-22, 21-8. In the bronze medal match, Japan defeated South Korea 3-1. Key performers included China's Fan Qiuyue and Li Wenmei in mixed doubles, and Malaysia's Leong Jun Hao in singles.[19][20][4]Individual Events
Competition Format
The individual events at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships comprised five disciplines: boys' singles, girls' singles, boys' doubles, girls' doubles, and mixed doubles, all limited to players under 19 years of age born in 1999 or later.[12] The main draw for each discipline followed a single-elimination knockout format, with seeding determined by the BWF World Junior Rankings published on the reference date prior to the event, allowing up to 16 seeds for draws of 64 or larger.[13] Qualifying rounds for the individual events took place from 16 to 19 October 2017 to determine entrants into the main draw, with doubles teams required to consist solely of under-19 players and no mixing of different age groups within pairs.[12] Entry quotas varied by member association based on their performance in the preceding mixed team event, with the host nation Indonesia receiving expanded allocations such as up to four entries in boys' singles for top-performing teams.[12] Matches across all disciplines were contested in a best-of-three games format under BWF Laws of Badminton, with each game played to 21 points requiring a two-point margin (capped at 30-29), and standard doubles service rules applying whereby the server must deliver from the right service court on even scores and the left on odd scores. Draws were structured as powers of two, typically accommodating 64 players in singles and 32 teams in doubles, with byes awarded if entries did not fill the bracket exactly and no team ties permitted in the individual competition.[13] Progression in the main draw began with the round of 64 for singles and round of 32 for doubles following qualifying, advancing through successive knockout stages to the semifinals on 21 October and the final on 22 October 2017.[12]Boys' Singles
The boys' singles event at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships featured a 64-player main draw, supplemented by qualifiers, with Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn seeded as the top player based on his world junior ranking and prior performances.[21] The tournament, held from 16 to 22 October at the Among Rogo Sports Hall in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, showcased emerging talents under-19, emphasizing aggressive play and endurance in best-of-three games to 21 points. Vitidsarn navigated the early rounds convincingly, often securing straight-game victories against lower-seeded opponents, demonstrating his composure and powerful smashes that had marked his rise in international junior circuits.[22] In the semifinals, Vitidsarn maintained his dominance by defeating China's Gao Zhengze 21-16, 21-13, capitalizing on his opponent's uncharacteristic errors after a strong run in the team event.[23] Meanwhile, Malaysia's fourth seed Leong Jun Hao, the reigning Asian Junior champion, edged out Japan's Kodai Naraoka 21-14, 22-20 in a tense encounter, relying on precise net play and resilience to reach his first world junior final.[24] The bronze medals were awarded to both semifinal losers, Gao Zhengze and Kodai Naraoka, in line with the event's format.[5] The final on 22 October pitted Vitidsarn against Leong in a high-stakes clash, where the 16-year-old Thai trailed in the opening set but rallied to win 17-21, 21-15, 21-9, clinching the title in 65 minutes through superior stamina and tactical adjustments.[25] This victory marked Thailand's first gold medal in the boys' singles history of the BWF World Junior Championships, underscoring the nation's burgeoning junior development program under coaches who emphasized technical precision and mental fortitude.[22]Girls' Singles
The girls' singles competition at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships featured a 64-player draw held from 16 to 22 October at the GOR Among Rogo in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.[5] Top-seeded Phittayaporn Chaiwan of Thailand advanced to the quarterfinals before falling to China's Cai Yanyan, while eighth seed Gregoria Mariska Tunjung of Indonesia emerged as a standout performer by upsetting higher-seeded opponents en route to the final.[26] Tunjung, representing the host nation, demonstrated resilience in key encounters, including a semifinal victory over sixth seed Cai Yanyan of China in a three-game thriller.[27] In the semifinals, Tunjung edged out Cai Yanyan 21-17, 18-21, 21-19, securing her place in the final and highlighting her ability to recover from momentum shifts against strong Chinese opposition. Bronze medals were awarded to both semifinal losers, Cai Yanyan of China and Goh Jin Wei of Malaysia.[5] Tunjung capped her campaign by defeating fifth seed Han Yue of China in the final on 22 October, winning 21-13, 13-21, 24-22 in a 72-minute battle that marked Indonesia's first-ever gold medal in the girls' singles event at the World Junior Championships.[28][29] This triumph not only boosted the home crowd's enthusiasm but also underscored the growing depth of Indonesian junior badminton talent on the international stage.[30]Boys' Doubles
The boys' doubles event at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships featured a 32-pair main draw, contested from 16 to 22 October at the GOR Among Rogo Sports Hall in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Top-seeded Kang Min-hyuk and Kim Won-ho of South Korea entered as favorites, having shown strong form in prior junior events, while the fourth-seeded Japanese duo of Mahiro Kaneko and Yunosuke Kubota emerged as dark horses with their aggressive net play and endurance.[23][31] Kaneko and Kubota navigated a challenging path, upsetting higher seeds en route to the semifinals, where they faced the top seeds Kang and Kim in a tense encounter. The Japanese pair rallied from a first-game deficit to secure a 19–21, 21–17, 21–19 victory, showcasing tactical adjustments and resilient defense that pressured the Koreans into errors. In the other semifinal, the 13th-seeded Chinese pair Di Zijian and Wang Chang overcame the host nation's Rinov Rivaldy and Yeremia Rambitan, advancing to the final and keeping China's medal hopes alive in the discipline.[23][5] On 22 October, Kaneko and Kubota claimed Japan's first-ever gold in boys' doubles at the World Junior Championships, defeating Di and Wang 21–14, 15–21, 21–13 in a 47-minute final marked by the Japanese duo's strong starts and finishes. The Chinese pair fought back fiercely in the second game but could not sustain the momentum, as Kaneko and Kubota's attacking precision proved decisive. Both semifinal losers, Kang Min-hyuk/Kim Won-ho of South Korea and Rinov Rivaldy/Yeremia Erich Y Rambitan of Indonesia, were awarded bronze medals.[2][32][5]Girls' Doubles
The girls' doubles event at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships featured a 32-pair draw, with China's Li Wenmei and Liu Xuanxuan entering as pre-tournament favorites due to their strong junior rankings and prior successes.[23] The competition showcased intense rivalries, particularly among Asian nations, as pairs navigated a single-elimination format leading to the medal rounds. In the semifinals, South Korea's Baek Ha-na and Lee Yu-rim produced a notable upset by defeating the favorites Li and Liu 17–21, 21–18, 21–13, advancing to their first World Junior final.[23] On the other side of the bracket, host nation Indonesia's Jauza Fadhila Sugiarto and Ribka Sugiarto overcame China's Xia Yuting and Zhang Shuxian in a thrilling three-game match, winning 21–17, 19–21, 21–11 to reach the final.[23] The final, held on 22 October at the GOR Among Rogo Sports Hall in Yogyakarta, saw Baek and Lee rally from a first-game deficit to decisively defeat Sugiarto and Sugiarto 18–21, 21–11, 21–3, claiming South Korea's gold medal in 57 minutes.[2] The Indonesian sisters earned silver as the host representatives, marking a strong performance beyond their semifinal target.[2] Bronze medals were awarded to both Chinese pairs—Li and Liu, and Xia and Zhang—in recognition of their semifinal achievements, highlighting China's depth in the discipline despite the internal matchup.[5]Mixed Doubles
The mixed doubles event at the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships attracted 262 entries from 52 countries, with particularly strong representation from China and Indonesia, both of which sent multiple competitive pairs into the draw.[5] The tournament showcased intense rivalries, culminating in an all-Indonesian final that highlighted the host nation's depth in the discipline. The Indonesian pair of Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari delivered a dominant performance throughout the competition, advancing steadily to the semifinals. There, they overcame a first-game deficit to defeat China's Liu Shiwen and Li Wenmei 18-21, 21-16, 21-13, demonstrating resilience and tactical adjustment in a 51-minute match.[33] In the other semifinal, their compatriots Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti secured their spot in the final by defeating China's Fan Qiuyue and Liu Xuanxuan 21-15, 21-14.[34] On 22 October, Rivaldy and Mentari clinched the gold medal in the final against Kusharjanto and Ramadhanti, winning 21-15, 21-19 in a closely contested all-Indonesian showdown that lasted under 45 minutes and electrified the home crowd at GOR Among Rogo in Yogyakarta.[35] Bronze medals were awarded to both Chinese pairs, Fan Qiuyue/Liu Xuanxuan and Liu Shiwen/Li Wenmei, as the semifinal losers.[5] This outcome marked the first all-Indonesian final in the history of the BWF World Junior Championships mixed doubles event, underscoring Indonesia's rising dominance in the discipline and significantly boosting national pride as the host country celebrated a home gold.[19]Medal Summary
Team Event
The mixed team event, known as the Suhandinata Cup, saw China claim gold, Malaysia silver, and Japan and South Korea sharing bronze.| Medal | Nation |
|---|---|
| Gold | China |
| Silver | Malaysia |
| Bronze | Japan |
| Bronze | South Korea |
Boys' Singles
| Medal | Player | Nation |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Kunlavut Vitidsarn | Thailand |
| Silver | Leong Jun Hao | Malaysia |
| Bronze | Gao Zhengze | China |
| Bronze | Kodai Naraoka | Japan |
Girls' Singles
| Medal | Player | Nation |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Gregoria Mariska Tunjung | Indonesia |
| Silver | Han Yue | China |
| Bronze | Cai Yanyan | China |
| Bronze | Goh Jin Wei | Malaysia |
Boys' Doubles
| Medal | Players | Nation |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Mahiro Kaneko / Yunosuke Kubota | Japan |
| Silver | Di Zijian / Wang Chang | China |
| Bronze | Kang Min-hyuk / Kim Won-ho | South Korea |
| Bronze | Rinov Rivaldy / Yeremia Rambitan | Indonesia |
Girls' Doubles
| Medal | Players | Nation |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Baek Ha-na / Lee Yu-rim | South Korea |
| Silver | Jauza Fadhila Sugiarto / Ribka Sugiarto | Indonesia |
| Bronze | Li Wenmei / Liu Xuanxuan | China |
| Bronze | Xia Yuting / Zhang Shuxian | China |
Mixed Doubles
| Medal | Players | Nation |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Rinov Rivaldy / Pitha Haningtyas Mentari | Indonesia |
| Silver | Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto / Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti | Indonesia |
| Bronze | Fan Qiuyue / Liu Xuanxuan | China |
| Bronze | Liu Shiwen / Li Wenmei | China |
Medal Table
The medal table for the 2017 BWF World Junior Championships aggregates the achievements of participating nations across all seven events: the mixed team competition and the six individual disciplines (boys' singles, girls' singles, boys' doubles, girls' doubles, and mixed doubles). Nations are ranked first by the number of gold medals, then by silver medals in case of ties. A total of 5 gold, 5 silver, and 10 bronze medals were awarded in the individual events, with the mixed team event contributing one additional gold, one silver, and two bronzes, for a grand total of 24 medals distributed among 6 nations.[5]| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indonesia | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 2 | China | 1 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
| 3 | Japan | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | South Korea | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Thailand | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 | Malaysia | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 |