Medical Services for Racing Operations Meet Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Safety Standards
The Mandalika, November 9, 2026 – Medical services at the 2026 Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia successfully met the requirements set by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) for racing operations. Meanwhile, a total of 345 medical visits in non-race areas during the event, held on October 9–11, 2026, were successfully handled directly through on-site medical facilities without requiring hospital referrals. These achievements form part of the medical service evaluation results for the event, which took place at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, The Mandalika, West Nusa Tenggara.
Based on the post-event medical evaluation report prepared by MotoGP SEG, medical services throughout the racing sessions fulfilled all requirements stipulated in the FIM MotoGP Medical Code. The assessment covered the readiness of medical facilities, personnel competencies, and emergency response coordination as part of the safety standards for hosting the MotoGP World Championship.
Chairman of the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia and ITDC Director of Operations, Troy Warokka, stated that meeting international medical standards and successfully handling visitor medical cases reflected the importance of an integrated support system in organizing world-class sporting events.
“Meeting FIM medical standards and successfully handling all visitor medical cases on-site demonstrate that the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia was supported by a comprehensive and well-prepared service system. For ITDC, successfully hosting an international event is not merely about delivering a world-class competition, but also about ensuring rider safety, visitor comfort, and the readiness of all supporting facilities. This is the capacity we continue to develop to strengthen The Mandalika as a sportstainment destination capable of hosting various international events,” said Troy.
To ensure rider safety, Medical Race services were equipped with 23 trackside medical posts, 12 ambulances, two medical helicopters, and two medical intervention vehicles on standby throughout the competition sessions. All facilities underwent inspections and were declared compliant with FIM medical requirements, including the readiness of emergency medical equipment and supplies.
For cases requiring further medical examinations, a referral mechanism was available to transfer riders to the West Nusa Tenggara Provincial General Hospital (RSUD Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Barat). The process was carried out under the direction of the Medical Director to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), with ambulance or medical helicopter transportation provided according to the rider's condition. This mechanism formed part of the coordinated medical response and evacuation system throughout the championship.
Meanwhile, Medical Non-Race services were supported by 16 medical posts strategically distributed across various locations, including grandstand areas, festival zones, parking areas, and VIP facilities. Over the three-day event, these facilities recorded 345 medical visits, all of which were successfully handled through on-site medical posts and the Mini Clinic without requiring hospital referrals.
Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, dr. Eko Widya Nugroho, Sp.EM., KPEC, explained that the effectiveness of medical services depended on facility readiness, supported by the competencies of healthcare personnel and effective coordination among staff.
“The Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia presents diverse medical response requirements, ranging from ensuring rider safety in high-speed competitions to providing healthcare services for visitors across various areas. Therefore, every personnel member must understand the response procedures according to their respective responsibilities, supported by the proper distribution of medical facilities and effective coordination. This level of preparedness is essential to ensure that every medical need can be addressed promptly and appropriately,” explained Eko.
In its evaluation report, the MotoGP medical team also commended the collaboration with local healthcare facilities, particularly the support provided by hospitals in Mataram, which were considered capable of delivering prompt medical services and providing specialized facilities to support medical treatment throughout the championship.
Medical services for the 2026 Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia were also supported through collaboration among various healthcare institutions in West Nusa Tenggara, including hospitals, community health centers (puskesmas), Public Safety Centers (PSC), and the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI). The involvement of local healthcare personnel and institutions formed an integral part of the coordinated medical service system supporting the international event.
“We would like to express our appreciation to all healthcare personnel and institutions that contributed to the successful delivery of the 2026 Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia. This synergy demonstrates that the readiness to host international events does not rely solely on the destination management company, but also requires the support and capacity of various regional stakeholders. Such collaboration serves as an important asset for The Mandalika to continuously improve event delivery standards and generate broader benefits for the region,” concluded Troy.