test

SARGA.CO—Cheers erupted across the Sultan Agung Horse Racing Track in Bantul, Yogyakarta, as King Argentin was officially crowned champion of Indonesia’s Horse Racing (IHR) Indonesia Derby 2025 in the 3-Year-Old Derby “Indonesia Derby” – 2,000 M category.

Beyond the euphoria of witnessing a Triple Crown winner emerge after 11 years of waiting, the prestigious race event brought with it countless stories and surprises that unfolded on the track.

In that class, King Argentin remained consistent in leading the pack. He ultimately brought home one of the most prestigious titles in the history of Indonesian horse racing: the Triple Crown.

The last Triple Crown title was won by Djohar Manik back in 2014. After 11 years, the crown finally returned and now rests on King Argentin’s legacy.

Not surprising that this victory became the center of attention in both the real and digital worlds of horse racing. King Argentin’s achievement also captured the interest of a wider audience, especially among younger fans of the Uma Musume franchise.

Still, many questioned his endurance over the 2,000-meter track. But those doubts gradually faded thanks to his consistent performances in the first two legs of the Triple Crown Series, where King Argentin always finished first. Naturally, Jemmy Runtu’s strategic command played a crucial role in keeping King Argentin at the front.

Looking back at IHR: Triple Crown Series 1, King Argentin lost control and drifted wide in the first turn, falling far behind his main rival, Wonder Land. But with extraordinary speed, he overtook his competitors one by one and claimed first place in a tight duel over the final 200 meters.

In IHR: Triple Crown Series 2, King Argentin and Jemmy Runtu maintained their form and secured another win, bringing them one step closer to the historic Triple Crown title.

Their consistency stemmed from the well-crafted strategies of King Halim Stable. Rather than pushing for dominance early in the season, they focused on preserving King Argentin’s stamina, building peak performance gradually, executing precise strategies, and keeping the horse mentally composed under immense public pressure.

This approach subtly reinforced King Argentin’s strength as a late-run specialist. Utilizing a Midpack Stalker strategy, he mastered the track with precision.

King Argentin didn’t show dominance early in the race. Sidney All Star initially led out of the starting gate, followed closely by other top contenders like Wonder Land and Princess Gavi, forming a heated front group. Meanwhile, King Argentin calmly held fifth position.

Everything changed on the final turn. As other horses began to lose steam, King Argentin surged like a bullet—strong, precise, and unstoppable to the finish line.

His acceleration over the last 400 meters was truly impressive. In mere seconds, he left his closest rivals behind and completed the race with a two-length lead. The crowd rose to their feet, thunderous applause filling the air.

King Argentin crossed the finish line first, followed by Princess Gavi—a stablemate who performed solidly throughout the race. In third place, Romantic Spartan stole the spotlight as a newcomer from West Sumatra, successfully breaking into the national championship podium.

Wonder Land’s reputation as King Argentin’s strongest competitor also stemmed from a major achievement, defeating King Argentin in Kejuaraan Nasional Pacuan Kuda Seri 01 Indonesia Derby 2024 for the 2-Year-Old Beginner Class A/B – 1,400 meters.

In that race, Wonder Land finished first, while King Argentin had to settle for third place. However, in a surprising twist at IHR: Indonesia Derby 2025, Wonder Land slipped down to fourth place.

That dominance continued earlier this year with another first-place finish at the Wali Kota Payakumbuh Derby Cup in February 2025. Representing San Marino Stable, the horse extended its winning streak at the Wisata Derby Bukittinggi Agam in May 2025.

Her debut on Java Island’s racetrack through the national championship proved to be a sweet success. Romantic Spartan secured third place in the qualifying round of the Indonesia Derby for the 3-Year-Old Derby Heat I – 2,000 meters, held on July 13, 2025.

Beyond the on-track action, IHR: Indonesia Derby 2025 delivered an experience far greater than just a race. It brought stories, surprises, and a new history forged through grit and strategy.

From the long-awaited return of the Triple Crown title after 11 years to Romantic Spartan’s breakout performance that disrupted the dominance of established champions, these moments marked a new chapter in Indonesian horse racing.

Now, all eyes are on the seasons to come. Who will rise next to challenge the throne?