Jafar Hidayatullah and Felisha Alberta Nathaniel Pasaribu are setting their sights on reaching the semifinals in their debut at the All England 2026, one of the most prestigious tournaments in badminton. The mixed doubles pair from Indonesia aims to make a significant impact during the event scheduled to take place from March 3 to March 8, 2026, at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, England.
As the ninth-ranked pair in the world, Jafar and Felisha are not simply looking to participate; they have ambitious goals for their inaugural appearance. Felisha expressed that reaching the semifinals feels like a realistic target and emphasized their determination to advance as far as possible in the tournament. “If we talk about the minimum, we hope to at least reach the semifinals,” she stated during a media encounter at Pelatnas Cipayung on February 26, 2026.
Jafar echoed Felisha’s sentiments, indicating a similar focus on reaching the latter stages of the competition. He stressed the importance of maintaining a calm mindset and taking each match step by step. “We aim for the minimum of the semifinals as well, but we need to focus on one match at a time,” he remarked.
The All England competition, renowned for its rich history as the oldest badminton tournament in the world, offers a platform for emerging talents like Jafar and Felisha to showcase their skills. Competing against some of the best players globally, the Indonesian duo will face a challenging path ahead. Their preparation has been rigorous, and both players believe their hard work will pay off in Birmingham.
With the tournament just around the corner, the anticipation is building for Jafar and Felisha. Their aspirations reflect the hopes of many Indonesian badminton fans, who are eager to see their country represented strongly on an international stage. As the duo prepares for their debut, their commitment to achieving a semifinal spot remains unwavering, aiming to make their mark in the world of badminton.
