FIM approves Jatinangor track

FIM approves Jatinangor track

JAKARTA (JP): The International Motor Federation's (FIM) top
official, Tonny Skillington, has found the West Java's Jatinangor
circuit suitable for the World 250cc Motor Cross Championships'
12th leg in August.

"I am satisfied and impressed with the circuit. The circuit is
suitable for the world motor cross championships," Skillington
said after a thorough inspection on Sunday.

Skillington left for England on Monday to report on his visit
to the circuit.

Preparations are still underway at the circuit which is in a
valley in the Jatinangor regency near Bandung. The track slopes
because it is in a valley. A semi-permanent wooden bridge will be
built for VIP spectators.

State-owned telecommunications firm PT Telkom will supply 28
phone lines for the organizers and participants.

Indonesia was given the championship leg after successfully
organizing the 125cc world championships in Yogyakarta over the
last three years.

The state minister for youth and sports affairs, Hayono Isman,
will open the race which will be held on Aug. 2 and Aug. 3.

Several other dignitaries including President Soeharto's son,
Hutomo Mandala Putra, and West Java's governor, will also attend.

The two-day championships will be broadcast live on ANteve.

Competitors from 15 countries will compete in the
championships and are expected to arrive in Indonesia on July 29
to test the track. The riders come from countries including the
United States, Italy, England, Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium,
New Zealand, Japan and Australia.

Besides the 250cc division, the organizer plans to hold 125cc
and 80cc events for local riders. (lnt)