LADI Is Still Being Sanctioned By WADA, Will The Red And White Waves At The Mandalika WSBK?

Indonesian Flag (Unspalsh)

JAKARTA - One of the events that makes Indonesians proud, World Superbike (WSBK) 2021 is ready to be held at the Mandalika Circuit next week. Unfortunately, permission to fly the red and white flag is still being questioned.

This is the aftermath of the sanctions imposed by the World Anti-doping Agency (WADA) against the Indonesian Anti-doping Agency (LADI). In the sanctions explained, Indonesia is prohibited from flying the red and white flag in international events.

Regarding the decision, LADI said that there might still be an opportunity to fly the red and white in Mandalika. But, back to the policy of the WSBK organizing federation.

"In terms of implementation, they (the federation) may have their own policies, they may give permission (raising the red and white flag)," said LADI Deputy Chair Reza Maulana to VOI, Thursday, November 11.

According to Reza, the question of raising the red and white flag can indeed happen in the circuit area or in the paddock area. The thing that becomes the emphasis is when there is an Indonesian racer who will win and reach the podium.

The reason is, if that moment occurs, it is clear that there will be a section where the anthem Indonesia Raya is sung and the flag will be raised. Regarding this matter, Reza emphasized that he would still follow the sanctions given by WADA.

"In terms of winners, if later there is a winner from Indonesia, it is still in accordance with WADA sanctions. That means, they will not be able to fly the flag on the podium," he said.

"However, we can still apply for permission to play the anthem Indonesia Raya, as before (Thomas Cup 2021)," continued Reza.

Finally, Rheza said that his party is still communicating with WADA and FIA as the organizer of the WSBK to get confirmation about whether it is permissible to place the flag in the arena or the emblem on the racing clothes that will be used later.

"We have to confirm again regarding whether it is permissible (the red and white emblem on the rider's wearpack). Also waiting for the decision of a different federation, because there are federations that are related to WADA and not," he said.