Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Unveils Special Edition Livery for Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia

Today was media day for Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio with the Pertamina Lubricants family, starting with a parade in Mataram with MotoGPTM riders and the launch of a livery dedicated to Indonesia for Sunday's race.

Lombok, September 27, 2024 – After arriving in Indonesia, the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team received a special welcome. Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio were greeted by local fans at Lombok International Airport before heading to Mataram, where the riders took part in a MotoGPTM riders’ parade in the city center. It was a warm welcome, with thousands of fans following the riders' convoy until they arrived at Teras Udayana for the final Meet & Greet event.

The excitement and adrenaline were also present today at the circuit with a gathering of the Pertamina Lubricants family for a special edition livery and rider uniforms launch that Marco and Fabio will wear on Sunday during the Pertamina Mandalika GP (at 3:00 PM WITA). Two equally sized monochrome horizontal stripes—red and white—will adorn the Ducati Desmosedici GP in honor of the partnership between the Tavullia Team and this Indonesian company. It is a tribute to all the fans who support us with much love and respect from Indonesia.

These activities aim not only to provide memorable moments for local fans but also to strengthen Indonesia's position as a global motorsport destination.

Nicke Widyawati, President Director of Pertamina, stated, "The Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit is not just about racing; it is a stage where Indonesia can showcase its capability in hosting world-class motorsport events. Through this partnership, Pertamina is not only promoting itself as a leader in the energy industry but also as an ambassador, introducing Indonesia’s beauty and vast potential in the motorsport world."

The special edition livery launch for the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia also marks an important milestone in the ongoing partnership with the VR46 Racing Team.

"I am very proud today to introduce the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team’s latest livery," added Riva Siahaan, President Director of Pertamina Patra Niaga. "This symbolizes the dynamic synergy and shared aspirations between Pertamina and the VR46 Team. With Pertamina Enduro and Pertamax Turbo, we continue to push the performance’s limits, setting new standards for the motorsport landscape in Indonesia and the world."

“We cannot wait to see the team compete in the home race with this new livery, which will showcase Indonesia’s spirit and passion to the world,” added Werry Prayogi, President Director of PT Pertamina Lubricants. "I invite all MotoGPTM fans in Indonesia to support the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team and celebrate our shared pride. Let us unite, raise our voices, and make every race series a celebration of Indonesian pride!"

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