SARGA.CO – The heat is on in the Class F – 1,000-Meter Sprint at the Indonesia Horse Racing (IHR) National Championship PORDASI 59th Series II, set to take place this Sunday at the Sultan Agung Racecourse, Yogyakarta.
This isn’t just another race — it’s a high-stakes rematch between two of the most talked-about names on the track: Kasmaran from South Kalimantan and Hercules from West Java.
Kasmaran has been on fire in recent competitions, stacking up a streak of victories:
Champion – Class F (1,000 m) at the IHR Merdeka Cup 2025
Champion – 2-Year-Old Beginner C/D Division I (1,000 m) at the IHR Cup 2025
Champion – Class F (1,000 m) at the IHR Indonesia Derby 2025
Starting from gate 1, Kasmaran gains a strategic advantage — an inside position perfect for his explosive early acceleration. Many regard him as one of the best young sprinters in Indonesia this year.
But standing in his way is a fierce rival — Hercules of West Java — who’s more than ready to challenge him head-on. Hercules finished runner-up in the same IHR Merdeka Cup 2025 Class F (1,000 m), proving he’s not far behind the champion. With a start from gate 7, Hercules will have space to maneuver and execute a mid-race surge when it matters most.
While all eyes are on Kasmaran vs. Hercules, several underdogs could disrupt the narrative.
Belladona and Ayumi Sarayu (East Java) are capable of pulling off surprises with their late bursts.
King Ghazi and Aare (West Java) also boast impressive top speeds. Meanwhile, Dewi Kemuning and Indah Kirana from Jakarta shouldn’t be underestimated — both have shown solid pace and stamina in previous races
In a short sprint like this, there’s zero margin for mistakes. A shaky start, a mistimed move, or even slight contact can instantly crush a contender’s chances.
Kasmaran enters as the clear favorite, brimming with confidence from his winning streak. But Hercules is hungry for redemption — and this time, he’s determined to rewrite the result.
So, who will emerge as the King of the 1,000-Meter Class F Sprint — the consistent champion Kasmaran, the relentless challenger Hercules, or perhaps a dark horse waiting to shock them all?
We’ll find out soon enough at Sultan Agung Racecourse this Sunday!
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