PON 2024: Bali claims first-ever table tennis gold medal

Bali has secured its first-ever National Sports Week (PON) table tennis gold medal at the 2024 Aceh-North Sumatra PON. Here’s a breakdown of their historic victory:

Event Highlights:

• Event: Mixed Doubles Table Tennis Final
• Location: Angsaputra Sports Hall, Medan City, North Sumatra
• Date: Sunday

Match Summary:

• Bali’s Team: Komang Sugita and Made Sisca Pratiwi
• Opponents: Affan Mauluduna Pratama and Dwi Oktaviani Sugiarto from East Java
• Match Outcome: Bali won the final match in a thrilling five-set encounter.

Set Breakdown:

1. First Set: East Java took the opening set with a close 15-13 victory after Bali initially led.
2. Second Set: Bali bounced back to win 11-6, leveling the match.
3. Third Set: Bali’s Komang and Sisca edged out East Java with a 13-11 win.
4. Fourth Set: East Java forced a decisive fifth set by winning 11-7.
5. Fifth Set: Bali clinched the gold with a final 11-6 victory.

Significance:

• This win marks Bali’s first gold medal in table tennis at the National Sports Week, showcasing their growing prowess in the sport.
• The match was characterized by intense competition and skillful play from both teams, with Bali ultimately prevailing in the crucial final set.

Bali’s achievement highlights their emerging strength in table tennis and adds a significant milestone to their sports history.

At the 2024 National Sports Week (PON) held in Aceh-North Sumatra, Bali has achieved a historic milestone by winning its first-ever gold medal in table tennis. The gold was clinched in the mixed doubles event by the pair of Komang Sugita and Made Sisca Pratiwi.

Key Details:

• Event: Mixed Doubles Table Tennis Final
• Venue: Angsaputra Sports Hall, Medan City, North Sumatra
• Date: Sunday

Match Highlights:

1. First Set:
   • Score: East Java’s Affan Mauluduna Pratama and Dwi Oktaviani Sugiarto won 15-13.
   • Details: Despite Bali’s initial 3-0 lead and a close fight, East Java managed to win the set after a deuce.
2. Second Set:
   • Score: Bali won 11-6.
   • Details: The set was marked by alternating leads, but Bali managed to secure the win and even the match.
3. Third Set:
   • Score: Bali secured a 13-11 win.
   • Details: Both teams were tied at 10-10 and 11-11 before Bali’s powerful smashes clinched the set.
4. Fourth Set:
   • Score: East Java won 11-7.
   • Details: The set saw a fierce contest with scores tied at 5-5 before East Java took control.
5. Fifth Set:
   • Score: Bali triumphed 11-6.
   • Details: Bali took the lead early and maintained control to secure the gold medal.

Significance:

• Historic Achievement: This victory marks Bali’s first gold medal in table tennis at the PON, a significant accomplishment for the province.
• Performance: The match was a showcase of high-level table tennis, with Bali demonstrating resilience and skill to overcome a strong East Java team.