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National Domino Tournament ORADO 2026 Officially Kicks Off with Athletes from 28 Provinces

From Republika · (8m ago) Indonesian Positive tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The 2026 National Domino Sports Tournament (ORADO) has officially begun in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia.
  • Over 200 athletes from 28 provinces are participating in the event, which runs from April 24-26.
  • Organizers emphasized the tournament's role in athlete development, fostering sportsmanship, and strengthening the domino sports ecosystem in Indonesia.

Republika covers the official commencement of the 2026 National Domino Sports Tournament (ORADO), a significant event drawing over 200 senior and junior athletes from 28 provinces to JSI Resort in Bogor, West Java. The widespread participation, spanning from Bali and Java to Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Papua, underscores the growing national reach and enthusiasm for dominoes as a competitive sport. The tournament's opening days were marked by orderly registration and dynamic interactions among contingents, reflecting both a spirit of camaraderie and the anticipation of keen competition. A crucial technical meeting ensured all participants and officials were aligned on the rules and procedures, demonstrating a commitment to fair play and smooth execution. Yooky Tjahrial, Chairman of the National Domino Sports Federation (PB ORADO), highlighted the tournament's importance in nurturing national talent and expanding the sport's footprint across Indonesia. He noted that the presence of athletes from diverse regions signifies the sport's continuous development and its potential for discovering new talent. Giri Bayu Kusumah, Daily Chairman of PB ORADO, stressed the technical readiness required for a successful event, emphasizing that the technical meeting lays the foundation for fair and sporting competition. Henry Kurnia Adhi, Head of Public Relations for PB ORADO, added that the tournament also serves as a unifying force, bringing together different generations and reinforcing dominoes as a sport of strategy and intelligence. From our perspective at Republika, this Kejurnas ORADO 2026 is more than just a competition; it's a vibrant showcase of national unity, strategic prowess, and the enduring appeal of dominoes as a unifying sport that transcends age and regional divides.

Kejurnas ini merupakan bagian penting dari ekosistem pembinaan atlet nasional. Kehadiran atlet senior dan junior dari 28 provinsi menunjukkan bahwa olahraga domino terus berkembang secara luas di Indonesia. Ajang ini tidak hanya menjadi ruang kompetisi, tetapi juga sarana untuk memperkuat pembinaan dan menjaring atlet potensial

— Yooky TjahrialThe Chairman of the National Domino Sports Federation (PB ORADO) stated that the tournament is vital for national athlete development and shows the widespread growth of dominoes in Indonesia.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.