The second seeds in woman singles (Saina) is considered to be one of the potential threats by Indonesian athletes, as Saina successfully outperformed China's first seed, Li Xuerui, in final.
In the first round of DIOSSP 2013, Linda is scheduled to play against a fierce oonent, Saina Nehwal, who is the second seeds. Although it is tough, Linda admits she has focused on the match prior to the event in order to take on the India's player.
"Indeed, sharing (about Saina's type of laying) with others (teammates), (I have to) anticipate her deadly ball positioning," said Linda to the press after a training session in Cipayung few days ago.
Linda admits Saina is one of the persistent and tough players who is hard to defeat. "She as strong hands, powerful smash, and she is very persistent," Linda said.
Not wanting to talk much, she wants to stay focus on anticipating Saina instead. After that, she can plan strategies to play against other opponents. "One step at a time. Deal with this one first. If winning, I shall focus on the rest of the matches," Linda said.
If she is able to overcome Saina, Linda will play against the winner of a match played by Sayaka Takahashi's (Japan) match and Porntip Buranarasertsuk's (Thailand).
