Statement of President of the Republic of Indonesia during MotoGP Event at Mandalika Circuit, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara Province, March 20, 2022
This is a big event of a very extraordinary motorsport. Let me express my gratitude, especially to the people of West Nusa Tenggara and the people of Lombok who have fully supported [the event] and all stakeholders, including organizers and all workers who have worked day and night preparing this big event.
Surely, there are several things that need to be evaluated and be improved. I think this is a long-term event, and next year we will carry out improvements.
And I would like to congratulate everyone.
Congratulations.
Journalist
Sir, during … (inaudible) … who was your favorite [rider]?
President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
My favorite was Marc Marquez but because he didn’t participate, my choice was Fabio Quartararo, the 2nd winner.
Journalist
Sir, you said that you would give a souvenir … (inaudible) …
President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Yes, I have given [the souvenir] to the CEO of Dorna [Sports], Mr. Carmelo [Ezpelata].
(RI/LW)