Indonesia Gears Up to Host 2026 FIA Rallycross World Cup

SARGA Motorsport introduces world rallycross racer Kevin Hansen ahead of the 2026 FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia which will take place at the Ancol Rallycross Circuit, Jakarta, on December 5-6, 2026. The introduction was made as part of the Road to FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia 2026 in Jakarta on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. In addition to being part of the international driver line-up, Kevin Hansen was also appointed as SARGA Motorsport Brand Ambassador. Kevin's presence is expected to increase public enthusiasm as well as introduce rallycross to the Indonesian public before the competition is held in December. Kevin Hansen is not a new name in the world of rallycross. The Swedish racer is the 2016 FIA European Rallycross Champion, runner-up in the 2023-2024 FIA World Rallycross Championship, and Extreme H World Cup 2025 champion. At the 2026 FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia, Kevin will strengthen SARGA Motorsport in the RX1 class with World Rally Championship (WRC) legend, Sébastien Loeb. Loeb is a nine-time WRC world champion. The two will compete in the RX1 class, which is the highest class in the FIA Rallycross championship. Besides presenting international racers, SARGA Motorsport also provides an opportunity for young Indonesian talent, Kingston Effendi. He will compete in the RX5 class. SARGA.CO CEO Nugdha Achadie said that his party wants to present a competition with national and international quality and appeal. "We want to present a competition with national and international quality and appeal, one of which is through a line-up that brings together the experience and excellence of the world's motorsport with the potential of Indonesian talent. We hope that this line-up can increase public enthusiasm for rallycross," said Nugdha. The preparation of the FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia 2026 also entered the stage of track construction at the Ancol Circuit. The rallycross track has a special characteristic because it combines asphalt and gravel surfaces. "Today we started construction of the rallycross track at the Ancol Circuit. The uniqueness of the rallycross track which combines asphalt and gravel surfaces is one of the most important preparations for the organization of this event," he said. SARGA.CO is working together with the Indonesian Motor Association (IMI), FIA, and related stakeholders to ensure that the track, venue, and supporting facilities meet the needs of the competition and international standards. The support of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is also part of the preparations for the event. The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is committed to supporting various aspects of the implementation, ranging from public services, security, transportation, traffic management, to supporting infrastructure and event communication and promotion. DKI Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, represented by the Head of the Youth and Sports Office, Drs. Andri Yansyah, M.H, expressed pride in the trust in Jakarta as the host of the 2026 FIA Rallycross World Cup. "For us, presenting a safe, comfortable, and memorable audience experience is one of the important targets in the organization of this event," said Andri. According to him, the support from the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is directed to ensure that the people of Jakarta and spectators can enjoy a world-class sports entertainment experience while experiencing the atmosphere of international rallycross competitions. For Jakarta, the 2026 FIA Rallycross World Cup is also part of the journey to the 500th Anniversary of the City of Jakarta. The event is also directed to strengthen Jakarta's position as a sport and entertainment destination or sportainment in the world and support Jakarta's ambition to become the Top 50 Global City. Chairman of the Indonesian Motor Association (IMI) Moreno Soeprapto said that the holding of the FIA Rallycross World Cup in Indonesia has an important meaning for the development of national motorsport. According to Moreno, the event can strengthen Indonesia's position on the global motorsport map as well as accelerate the development of national motorsport in various aspects, ranging from competitions, talents, to technology. Meanwhile, Kevin Hansen is enthusiastic about the opportunity to compete in Jakarta. He will compete with big names like Sébastien Loeb while also watching Indonesian racers perform on the international stage. "I'm really looking forward to racing in Jakarta and seeing how the Indonesian fans respond to rallycross," said Kevin Hansen. He also assessed that the FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia 2026 will be one of the big moments in rallycross this year because the attention of fans from various countries will be directed to Jakarta on December 5-6. "I'm proud to be a part of this event and can't wait to see Jakarta become the center of attention for rallycross in December," said Kevin. The series of the Road to FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia 2026 was also filled with Kevin Hansen's interaction with Jakarta. After the press conference, Kevin along with the media and invited guests took a trip using the Transjakarta Open Top Tour Bus from Bundaran HI to Senayan as part of the Road to 5 Centuries of Jakarta. With the preparation of venues, tracks, driver line-ups, and the support of various parties, SARGA.CO through SARGA Motorsport targets the FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia 2026 not only to be an international motorsport event. The event is also expected to be an important milestone for the development of Indonesian motorsport as well as strengthening Jakarta's connection with the global motorsport community. The FIA Rallycross World Cup Indonesia 2026 will take place on December 5-6, 2026 at the Ancol Rallycross Circuit, Jakarta. Source: VOI English