Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia: A Pride for the People of Lombok

Lombok, September 26, 2024 – At 4:00 PM WITA on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, the waved flag marked the start of the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia Riders Parade. The roar of large sports motorcycle exhausts slowly cut through the sea of people waiting for the racers to pass along the parade route from Sangkareang Field to Teras Udayana. For fans of the most prestigious motorcycle race, the racers are revered superstars.

The Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia 2024, organized by Pertamina in collaboration with the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and Mandalika Grand Prix Association (MGPA), has successfully secured a special place in the hearts of the people of Lombok, a much anticipated annual event. 

As an avid fan of large sport motorcycles, Harry Candra from the Big Bike Community (B2C) in Lombok appreciated the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia Riders Parade.

"The Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia 2024 is one of the most awaited events by the people of Lombok. People from all over the island come to witness this event, as proven by the sold-out tickets specifically reserved for local residents," Harry said on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Teras Udayana.

He hopes that the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia will continue to be held in the future because, according to him, the event has become a pride for the people of Lombok.

"It can be said that the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia has become an icon for the people of Lombok, something that must happen every year. It means that collaboration must be maintained between all parties. If this event disappears, so does the pride of the people of Lombok," Harry added.

At every Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia event, he and his community are also ready to help ensure the event held in Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit is successful.

"We from the motorcycle community in Lombok are ready to help if needed. What is important for us is to provide benefits for the wider community, especially in Lombok," Harry continued.

Dian KN, a content creator from the Island of a Thousand Mosques, stated that the people's enthusiasm for the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia is no less than that of Japan. Dian currently resides in the Land of the Rising Sun, Japan.

"I am very proud of the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia Riders Parade because the people of Lombok's enthusiasm is on par with that of Japan," Dian said.

She also hopes that all the supporting facilities for the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia will improve annually.

"We pray for the best for the Pertamina Grand Prix Of Indonesia so that its organization improves each year, especially for the people of Lombok on the international stage," Dian added.

Vice President of Corporate Communication of Pertamina, Fadjar Djoko Santoso, stated that Pertamina’s participation in the international event, the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia, is part of Pertamina's support for Indonesia. It is expected to boost both the local and national economy.

"The Grand Prix of Indonesia attracts global attention and serves as a magnet for tourists to visit Lombok, including foreign tourists and international motorcycle racing fans. We hope this event will contribute to advancing the economy and tourism sector. From local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in products and services, vehicle rentals, food stalls, and hospitality businesses (hotels, restaurants, cafes), to national airlines, we hope they will all see an increase in revenue, just as they have during previous events. This international event also has a multiplier effect for Lombok and other tourist cities in Indonesia that will be visited by Grand Prix of Indonesia spectators," Fadjar explained.

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