On This Day: Jorgensen Makes Europe Stand Tall in Indonesia
The prestigious Indonesia Open has a proud tradition and history that goes back to 1982.
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It was however not until 2014 that spectators at the usually boisterous Istora Senayan witnessed a European lift the men’s singles title.
That honour went the way of Danish star Jan O Jorgensen, although victory did not come easy for the then 26-year-old, who despite winning in straight games, was made to slog for 44 minutes by Japanese rival Kenichi Tago.
An overwhelmed Jorgensen falling to the ground in tears of joy after clinching the final point remains an image of raw emotion forever etched in the competition’s folklore. Gracious in defeat, Tago, though sullen, offered Jorgensen his shirt and the pair exchanged an embrace.