Women’s Doubles Pair Overcomes Late Indonesian Rally

Tenny Madis and Stefi Aludo delivered another Philippine tennis victory by eliminating Indonesia from the Asian Games women’s doubles tournament. The Filipina tandem won 6-3, 7-6 (4), surviving a difficult second-set comeback at Higashiyama Park Tennis Center.

Madis, Aludo Beat Indonesia in Asian Games Doubles

Rom Anzures covered the Filipinas’ straight-sets victory over Indonesia during Monday’s Asian Games competition for ABS-CBN News. Madis and Aludo defeated Anjali Junarto and Meydiana Reinnamah, advancing after completing their opening women’s doubles assignment in straight sets.

The Philippine tandem established control by taking the opening set 6-3 before Indonesia mounted stronger resistance during the second frame. That early advantage proved important once Junarto and Reinnamah adjusted, creating a much tighter contest before the eventual tiebreak.

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Filipinas Establish Control in Opening Set

Madis and Aludo controlled enough important points during the opening set to establish an early advantage against their Indonesian opponents. Indonesia responded with greater resistance afterward, forcing the Filipinas to recover from a difficult position before completing their victory.

Indonesia Rallies Before Filipinas Force Tiebreak

Madis and Aludo moved ahead 3-1 during the second set before Indonesia produced four consecutive games to seize momentum. Junarto and Reinnamah suddenly held a 5-3 advantage, placing the Filipinas under significant pressure to prevent a deciding third set.

Aludo said the Philippine tandem maintained its approach while Indonesia improved its execution after adjusting during the opening frame. Her assessment explained why the second set became considerably tighter despite Madis and Aludo avoiding significant changes themselves.

“Second set po, ‘di kami nagbago. Sila po yung, parang madami po silang bola na pinapasok rather than the first set kasi naka-adjust na sila,” Aludo said, as they mounted a comeback in the second frame to seal the win.

Madis, Aludo Recover From 3-5 Deficit

The Filipinas recovered after trailing 3-5, preventing Indonesia from converting its four-game surge into a deciding third set. Their response eventually forced the second frame into a tiebreak, creating another opportunity to close the match without further extension.

Madis, Aludo Close Match in Second-Set Tiebreak

Madis and Aludo completed their recovery by winning the second-set tiebreak 7-4, ending Indonesia’s attempt to extend the contest. Their execution during the closing points secured the straight-sets result after momentum had shifted considerably toward Junarto and Reinnamah.

The Philippines converted two of five break-point opportunities, while Indonesia capitalized on one of its two chances during the match. Those opportunities helped keep the Filipinas competitive throughout a second set that became considerably tighter following their comfortable opening frame.

Filipinas Win Decisive Tiebreak 7-4

Madis and Aludo responded when the second set reached its decisive stage, winning enough pressure points to complete advancement. Closing the tiebreak also prevented Indonesia’s improved second-set performance from forcing another frame after nearly changing the match’s direction.

Madis Rebounds After Asian Games Singles Exit

The victory gave Madis an immediate response after Japan’s Himeno Sakatsume ended her women’s singles campaign one day earlier. Sakatsume defeated the Filipina 6-1, 6-0, leaving women’s doubles as Madis’ remaining opportunity in the Asian Games tennis competition.

Madis described the emotional difference after returning alongside Aludo and securing their first women’s doubles victory of the tournament. Her reaction reflected the significance of recovering quickly while representing the Philippines across multiple events during her Asian Games campaign.

“Iba po talaga yung feeling pag panalo, at sobrang grateful po namin kasi ibang level na ‘to para sa amin,” said Madis.

Doubles Victory Gives Madis Immediate Response

Madis moved beyond Sunday’s singles elimination by contributing to a straight-sets victory with Aludo during their next competitive assignment. The result kept her Asian Games campaign active while giving the Philippine delegation another successful entry within the women’s doubles draw.

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Philippines Keeps Women’s Doubles Campaign Alive

Madis and Aludo advanced after joining other Philippine tennis entries that had already recorded victories during the Asian Games competition. Niño Alcantara and Shaira Rivera previously survived Iran 6-4, 1-6, 10-8 during their opening mixed doubles assignment.

The Filipinas moved forward after navigating both an Indonesian comeback and a second-set tiebreak during their opening women’s doubles match. Their next assignment offered another opportunity to extend the Philippines’ campaign as the tournament continued through its knockout rounds.

Madis, Aludo Await Next Asian Games Challenge

Weather disruptions had affected the tennis schedule, leaving the Filipinas awaiting complete clarity regarding their next assignment immediately after Monday’s victory. Their opening performance nevertheless provided a useful competitive reference after surviving Indonesia’s strongest stretch and successfully closing the second-set tiebreak.

Analytical Breakdown: The Partnership Stayed Strong

Madis and Aludo showed strong composure by winning decisive points despite Indonesia generating greater second-set pressure and stronger return numbers. Their break-point conversion and tiebreak execution demonstrated disciplined partnership play when momentum threatened to shift toward their opponents. Madis also separated her singles disappointment effectively, an important mental skill as tougher doubles opponents demand greater consistency and communication.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Tenny Madis and Stefi Aludo win their Asian Games doubles match?

Madis and Aludo defeated Indonesia’s Anjali Junarto and Meydiana Reinnamah, 6-3, 7-6 (4), to advance in women’s doubles.

How did Madis and Aludo win the second set?

The Filipinas recovered from a 3-5 deficit before completing their comeback by winning the second-set tiebreak by 7-4.

How many break points did the Philippines convert?

Madis and Aludo converted two of their five break-point opportunities during their straight-sets victory over the Indonesian tandem.

What happened to Tenny Madis in Asian Games singles?

Madis lost 6-1, 6-0 against Japan’s Himeno Sakatsume before successfully rebounding alongside Aludo in the women’s doubles competition.

Who will Madis and Aludo face next?

Their next opponents remained unsettled immediately following the victory as weather disruptions affected the Asian Games tennis competition schedule.

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