Inspiration: Young Indonesian badminton player Chelsea Griselda continues her career in Sydney

Chelsea Griselda, a 19-year-old badminton athlete, is one of several Indonesian badminton players who have continued their career journeys to Sydney to develop their potential in professional badminton.

Chelsea Griselda (R) when playing at Yonex Bendigo International 2025 in October. Credit: Supplied/Chelsea Griselda

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Inspiration: Young Indonesian badminton player Chelsea Griselda continues her career in Sydney

SBS Indonesian

05:12Indonesian

Chelsea Griselda doesn’t come from an athletic family, but she discovered badminton at the age of six in Yogyakarta. Her career in Indonesia flourished as she competed in numerous tournaments across the country and on the international stage, including the Asia Junior Championship 2024 and the World Junior Championship 2024.

In mid-2025, Chelsea decided to move to Sydney to continue her badminton career and joined NBC Badminton Academy, a local club. In Australia, she immediately competed in tournaments such as the Yonex Bendigo International 2025 and Protech Victorian Open 2025.

Listen to SBS Indonesian's conversation with Chelsea Griselda to learn more about her journey from Yogyakarta to Sydney.

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