Ode To Latitude
The All England (1)

Regata observed the interaction of her daughter and Genta in the Hospital cafeteria. This interaction of course causes unpleasant rumors in the work environment. Their proximity became a trending topic for a month. The Viennese doctor, who was enthusiastic about the news, always teased Regata every time he met.

Regata tried to stop the gossip, but he was upset. Genta seemed unperturbed by the gossip. Goddamnit! how can a tempered Genta, just quietly hear the rumors are not true about their relationship without trying to straighten the gossip in the slightest.

"Once again dr. Genta wants to be papa continued Mia" the words of Jenar ringing in the ears of Regata. The pronunciation of the Japanese is not entirely wrong. Regata also felt Genta's treatment was different. Regata's little heart is tingled, may he be a little bit gier with Genta's attention but his head is turned down.

"Remember Regata, don't get hooked on the no-no" Regata reminded herself to stay focused on her work and family. The race time is getting closer, Regata entrusts Mia to her guidance teacher as well as Genta who always assures Regata that Mia can definitely finish the race well.

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The latitude was patting the lock, the warm-up had just begun. This evening was the semifinal. Against the 4th rank of the world, Lim Thian Hao, the only male from Malaysia.

Lintang was unable to deny the rumbling in his chest, his blood was sighing. For some reason, every time the neighboring country was called, there was a small fire within him that lit up.

The eternal rivalry of the two countries in the sport is mainly at the level of Badminton Southeast Asia, and whether since when and who started this rivalry, clearly Malaysia is one of the competitors of Indonesia. Skil and ability of athletes of both countries are equal, also the coach of Indonesia has trained many athletes of neighboring countries, even managed to win the title in the BWF tournament.

"Ready to play, ready to play" said the referee.

Thian Hao skipped around in his field. The reserves are pointed sharply towards the latitude. This is like showing intimidation to the opponent.

Latitude stared flatly at Thian Hao. Psychic games, one of the tricks in badminton. Lintang memigat himself so as not to be easily provoked the opponent's privocation. Anyone would want to win this tournament.

The game had gone ten minutes early, 4-0. Lintang's feeling was not calm, while Thian Hao continued to do the celebration of provocation at every point he got.

"Hey, it's fault!" shouted Lintang protesting the decision of the referee. Thian Hao's racquet end touches nett, points must be awarded at Latitude because the opponent is breaking the rules.

The referee shook his head, a sign of his absolute decision. Lintang shrugged her shoulders she directed her gaze to the spectator stands, asking for justice there. Indonesian spectators in the stands cheered the referee.

The referee called Lintang, and reprimanded him for causing a match delay. With a heavy heart Latitude continued the match. At a glance Lintang glanced at Koh Toni, he nodded asking Lintang to respect the decision of the referee.

The feeling of Latitude started to fall apart, the defense he had just built was as fragile. Lintang shook his head while shaking his mind on the course of the match, the semi-final had just started he would not lose.

The opponent serves, from the position and swing of his time Latitude can read the range of the ball. The latitude took a step back. The kock fell right on the edge of the outer line.

"Out" shouted the referee. One number for latitude.

Now it's Thian Hao's turn to reject the referee's decision. He filed a challenge. Both players took a break. While drinking and wiping the sweat, they saw the screen displaying the ball's drop point, which was read through the field-mounted hawk eye technology.

"Challenge unsuccesfull, one challenge remaining" said the referee. The match is back. The first half went hand in hand and ended with a score of 21-12, Malaysia leading the match.

"Don't play netting first if you're not sure. He is left-handed, hit the ball occasionally thanks to the right he is difficult to accept the right ball. The service is rocking, benefitsin it. The ball is not too lifted, the service is quite tight" said Koh Toni gave direction at the beginning of the second half.

This left-handed opponent knows very well his weaknesses, he prevents the ball going to the right side. The movements are fast and the defences are not easily penetrated. Lintang analyzes the opponent, the conditions of the match, and the input of the coach. This second half no matter what happens he has to win.

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