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Fikri’s Unending Support
- BASEL, Switzerland - Indonesian doubles pair Muhammad Shohibul Fikri and Daniel Marthin have reached the final of the Swiss Open 2025.
- Fikri and Daniel secured their place in the final after defeating Taiwan's Lee Fang-Chih and Lee Fang-Jen in the semifinal.
- The Indonesian duo won in straight sets, 21-17, 26-24, at ST Jakobshalle, Basel, on Saturday.
Fikri/Daniel Advance to Swiss Open Final
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BASEL, Switzerland – Indonesian doubles pair Muhammad Shohibul Fikri and Daniel Marthin have reached the final of the Swiss Open 2025.
Fikri and Daniel secured their place in the final after defeating Taiwan’s Lee Fang-Chih and Lee Fang-Jen in the semifinal.
The Indonesian duo won in straight sets, 21-17, 26-24, at ST Jakobshalle, Basel, on Saturday.
This victory extends Fikri and Daniel’s winning record against the Taiwanese pair. They have now won all three of their encounters.
The winning record is quite influential in the field; we become more confident,
Fikri said in a release.
He added, The key to today’s victory is that we rely on solidity and play patiently and not in a hurry.
Fikri emphasized the need for recovery before the final: After this, we want good recovery first, and tomorrow we must be more consistent.
Fikri also mentioned the support he received from family during the Swiss Open 2025.
He noted that his uncle and aunt had been present since the initial rounds, offering encouragement from the sidelines, starting when they defeated Chen Bo Yang and Xie Hao Nan of China.
Indeed, my uncle and aunt are here, always supporting from the first day. [It] makes me always remember my family at home and [makes me] more enthusiastic playing,
Fikri said.
in the Swiss Open 2025 final, Fikri and Daniel will face Kittinupong Kedren and Dechapol Puavaranukroh of Thailand.
The head-to-head record favors the Indonesian pair. Fikri and Daniel previously met Kittinupong and Dechapol in the semifinals of the Thailand Masters 2025.
Fikri and Daniel won that match in two sets.
Fikri/Daniel’s Road to the Swiss Open 2025 Final: A Q&A
BASEL, Switzerland – Get insights into the journey of Indonesian doubles pair Muhammad Shohibul fikri and Daniel Marthin as they advance to the final of the Swiss Open 2025.
Advancing in the Swiss Open 2025
Q: How did Fikri and Daniel secure thier place in the Swiss Open 2025 final?
A: Fikri and Daniel defeated Taiwan’s Lee Fang-Chih and Lee Fang-Jen in the semifinal.
Match Analysis and Strategy
Q: What was the score of the semifinal match?
A: The Indonesian duo won in straight sets: 21-17, 26-24.
Q: What was the key to Fikri and Daniel’s victory?
A: According to Fikri, the key was “that we rely on solidity and play patiently and not in a hurry.”
Q: What is Fikri and Daniel’s record against the Taiwanese pair?
A: This victory extends their winning record to three wins out of three encounters.
Q: How does their winning record influence their performance?
A: Fikri stated that their winning record is “quite influential in the field,” contributing to their confidence.
Looking Ahead to the Final
Q: Who will Fikri and Daniel face in the Swiss Open 2025 final?
A: They will face Kittinupong kedren and Dechapol Puavaranukroh of Thailand in the final match.
Q: What is their head-to-head record against the Thai pair?
A: The head-to-head record favors the Indonesian pair, as they previously defeated the Thai pair in the semifinals of the Thailand Masters 2025.
Q: What specific actions do Fikri and Daniel plan to take following this victory?
A: Fikri emphasized the importance of recovery after the match, stating, “After this, we want good recovery first, and tomorrow we must be more consistent.”
The Importance of Support
Q: did family play role in contributing to their win?
A: Yes, Fikri acknowledged the support received from his uncle and aunt, who were present since the initial rounds. He said, “indeed, my uncle and aunt are here, always supporting from the first day. [It] makes me always remember my family at home and [makes me] more enthusiastic playing.”
Key Match Statistics
| Match Details | Result | Sets |
|—————————|——————————–|—————————|
| Semifinal vs.Lee/Lee | Victory | 21-17, 26-24 |
| Thailand Masters Semifinal | Victory vs. Kedren/Puavaranukroh | Won in two sets |