President Prabowo Subianto placed a video call to the Indonesian contingent at the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, to congratulate athletes on securing the nation’s first gold medal. Published on his Instagram account, the digital check-in highlighted the badminton squad’s triumph in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, amidst ongoing regional competition scheduled through Oct. 4, 2026.
Athletes Receive Digital Congratulations After Badminton Breakthrough
The Indonesian contingent at the international multi-sport tournament secured their breakthrough gold medal through the badminton team. President Prabowo Subianto connected via a video call on Thursday evening to praise the competitors for their hard work.
“Terima kasih, Saudara-saudara sekalian. Terima kasih jerih payah Saudara-saudara. Kalian berhasil meraih medali emas pertama,” Prabowo stated during the call, as documented in official coverage by IDN Times.
Medal Standings and Ongoing Competition in Japan
The Indonesian contingent holds a cumulative total of one gold, four silver, and 16 bronze medals. The solitary gold medal originates entirely from the badminton courts.
Did you know? The Asian Games 2026 are held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Presidential Call to Action for Remaining Events
Addressing the athletes who have yet to complete their fixtures, Prabowo Subianto urged the delegation to maintain their competitive focus.
“Selamat ya, terima kasih sekali lagi. Berjuang terus ya, terima kasih, selamat ya,” Prabowo told the contingent, reinforcing support for the remaining competitors still fighting for podium finishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did President Prabowo contact the Asian Games contingent?
President Prabowo Subianto placed the video call on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, sharing the interaction on his Instagram account.
How many total medals has Indonesia won at the Asian Games 2026?
The contingent has collected 21 total medals, comprising one gold, four silver, and 16 bronze.
Which sport delivered Indonesia’s first gold medal?
The badminton team secured the first gold medal for the Merah Putih delegation.
When do the Asian Games 2026 conclude?
The international competition in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, runs through Oct. 4, 2026.
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