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SARGA.CO—BNI Indonesia’s Horse Racing Triple Crown Serie I & Pertiwi Cup 2025 was successfully held on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the Sultan Agung Horse Racing Track in Bantul, Yogyakarta. This championship is part of a series of 10 national horse racing events organized annually by SARGA.CO and PP. PORDASI, marking a significant highlight in the 2025 national equestrian sports calendar.
In the 18 races contested, 203 racehorses and 57 jockeys from various parts of Indonesia, including the islands of Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi, participated.
The total prize money at stake reached nearly IDR 1 billion, reflecting the scale and prestige of this competition.
The two primary races were dominated by jockey Jemmy Runtu, who performed outstandingly, riding the 3-year-old King Argentine in the 1.200-meter Triple Crown Serie I, and the 3-year-old Princess Gavi in the 1.600-meter Pertiwi Cup.
This double victory solidified his dominance on the track and affirmed his position as a contender to watch in upcoming championships.
Public enthusiasm for this event was extraordinary, with 22,412 on-site spectators and 121,500 online viewers tuning in via SARGA.CO YouTube channel during race day. This highlights the growing appeal of horse racing in the digital era.
Not only about the competition, this championship also presents a special moment with a parade led by dedicated women in the horse racing world, commemorating Kartini Day.
Enlivened by the performance of Arlida Putri, this parade became part of the "The Race of Female Spirit" campaign launched by SARGA.CO to highlight the contributions of women in the horse racing world in Indonesia.
Aseanto Oudang, CEO and Co-Founder of SARGA.CO, also emphasized this. "The organization of the BNI Indonesia’s Horse Racing Triple Crown Series 1 & Pertiwi Cup 2025 is a special moment for SARGA.CO and PP PORDASI highlight women's role as one of the rising stars in the horse racing industry." We hope to see more women making their mark in the sport and horse racing industry, such as becoming jockeys, trainers, groomers, veterinarians, horse owners, stable owners, and other professions," Aseanto stated.
The festive atmosphere was further amplified by the participation of 300 local UMKM, offering various local culinary and craft products. This transformed the event into a sporting competition and a celebration of culture and regional economic empowerment.
Aryo Djojohadikusumo, Chairman of PP PORDASI 2024–2028, expressed his appreciation to the entire organizing committee, jockeys, horse owners, and spectators:
"Welcome to the PORDASI event. The committee’s hard work is evident from the well-prepared arrangements supporting our beloved horses. May the entire series run smoothly without incident. Best of luck to the equestrian athletes and jockeys. To the horse owners—keep fighting—and to all spectators, enjoy the excitement of this horse racing event."
To surprise the crowd, Bobon Santoso lit up the event with a giant cooking session, serving 1,000 portions directly to the audience and guests. This interactive activity fostered a spirit of togetherness and shared joy throughout the venue.
Also, Judika's spectacular performance during the thrilling races successfully ignited the crowd's excitement. His electrifying stage presence brought a unique spark to the event, merging the adrenaline of horse racing with the fiery energy of music.
The BNI Indonesia’s Horse Racing Triple Crown Serie I & Pertiwi Cup 2025 highlighted how horse racing is not just a sport but also a space for inclusion and shared growth, laying a solid foundation for the upcoming series in the "The Race of Rising Stars" journey.
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