Recently, Malaysian media outlets sparked controversy after publishing articles about Indonesian Olympic gold medalist Rizki Juniansyah, claiming that his pre-competition ritual includes washing his mothers hands and feet and then drinking the water. This story quickly gained attention, but a tweet later surfaced clarifying that while Rizki does indeed perform a ritual of washing his mothers hands and feet, there was no mention of him drinking the water.
Rizki Juniansyah, who made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics, is a rising star in the world of weightlifting. Competing in the 73kg category, he not only won gold but also set a new Olympic record by lifting a total of 354kgan extraordinary achievement that brought pride to his nation. Rizkis success is deeply rooted in his connection with his family, particularly his mother, Yeni Rohaeni, a former weightlifter herself.
According to the original reports, Rizki follows a unique ritual before every major competition. The ritual, as initially reported, involved washing his mothers hands and feet and drinking the water, symbolizing his deep respect and reverence for her. However, the tweet suggested that while the ritual does involve washing his mothers hands and feet, there was no practice of drinking the water, sparking criticism from Indonesians who felt the media had misrepresented the tradition.
No wonder Lee Zii Jia hates Malaysian media, they are so hungry of attention and money but can't tell FACTS.
— Bayu Arisandy (@bayuariisandee) August 11, 2024
Rizki Juniansyah is a nice young man tapi difitnah oleh media Malaysia "meminum air basuhan ibunya" parahnya sebagian netizennya ikut bullying Rizki.
Low very low https://t.co/tzuih9q9Ny pic.twitter.com/VthjvMyPm1
Regardless of the accuracy of these reports, what remains clear is the profound influence Rizki's mother has on his life and career. He has often spoken about how her blessings and support give him strength and mental focus ahead of major competitions. This bond between mother and son, and the respect Rizki holds for his mother, is not only touching but also serves as an inspiration to many.
Rizkis achievement in Paris marked a significant moment for Indonesia, as the country celebrated two gold medals at the 2024 Olympics. His story is a testament to the power of family, tradition, and determinationqualities that resonate deeply within Indonesian culture and beyond.
