The Mandalika, October 4,2026 – Enthusiasm for the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026 continues to build across West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). Five days ahead of race weekend on October 9–11, 2026, at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, The Mandalika, more than 200 members of motorcycle communities gathered for the Watch Party JapaneseGP 2026 #IndonesiaMenduniaBersamaPertamina at Bajawa Etnica, Mataram, on Sunday (October 4).
Participants from the RNB Chapter Lombok and Honda Asosiasi Lombok took part in a series of activities, including a city tour, flag-off ceremony, community activities, live music entertainment, and a screening of the Japanese MotoGP race. The city tour covered approximately 16 kilometers through several roads in Mataram before participants returned to Bajawa Etnica for the Watch Party.
Mataram marked the final stop of the Watch Parties – Road to Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026 series, following events in Malang on August 30 and Yogyakarta on September 20. The series forms part of an effort to bring the spirit of MotoGP™ closer to communities and motorsport fans while building momentum toward race week in Mandalika.
MGPA Operations Director Donny Mahardjono said the Mataram event marked the conclusion of the Watch Party series while also serving as part of the journey toward the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026.
“After Malang and Yogyakarta, the Watch Party series has now arrived in Mataram as its final stop before the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026. We want to bring the energy of MotoGP closer to the public and communities, particularly in NTB, which is home to this race. From Mataram, we will carry that spirit to Mandalika as we welcome race week on October 9–11,” said Donny.
According to Donny, community involvement is an important part of building the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia experience, which is not limited to activities inside the circuit but also extends into the community through various activities outside the racing arena.
“The Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia is not only about three days of racing at the circuit. We want this momentum to come alive with the community and provide a platform for communities to experience the spirit of MotoGP™. The enthusiasm we are seeing in Mataram today is part of the energy we will carry together toward Mandalika. We hope NTB can be a great host and deliver the best possible experience for everyone visiting The Mandalika,” he added.
The Watch Party was also supported by Pertamina, Bank BRI, Bank Mandiri, Bank BNI, Bank BSI, Bank BTN, Narmada, Jasa Marga, Extra Joss, and SPOTV, all of which were present and participated in the event. The involvement of various parties reflects a collaborative effort to build public enthusiasm ahead of the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026.
Vice President of Corporate Communication at PT Pertamina (Persero), Muhammad Baron, said Pertamina’s support for the Watch Party series is part of its efforts to strengthen community and public engagement in the development of Indonesia’s motorsport and sport tourism ecosystem.
“Communities play an important role in bringing the spirit of racing to life in Indonesia. Through the Watch Party, we want fans to share in the excitement and pride of welcoming the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026. We hope this enthusiasm will continue to grow leading up to the event in Mandalika,” said Baron.
The conclusion of the Watch Party series in Mataram marks the transition toward race week for the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2026. The enthusiasm of communities and fans is expected to continue throughout the race on October 9–11, while becoming part of the #IndonesianHeroes and #IndonesiaMendunia spirit at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, The Mandalika.
