The much-anticipated Superball Run (SB Run) is set to return in Jakarta on December 15, 2024.
This year’s event marks the ninth edition of the prestigious race, which first debuted in 2014.
Like in 2023, the 9th Superball Run will take participants through the flyover surrounding the Epicentrum Rasuna Said area.
Runners can enjoy a breathtaking sunrise as they race amidst Jakarta’s towering skyscrapers, from Casablanca to Antasari.
This year, the event will feature 42 international runners from the World Marathon Majors (WMM) and notable figures such as Sandiaga Uno, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism (2020–2024), who will join alongside his brother.
The 2024 event targets 4,500 participants, who will compete for a trophy awarded by the Ministry of Health (Kemenkes).
Participants can choose from three race categories: 5K, 10K, and 21K. The highlight will be the 21K race, which includes Male, Female, and Master categories (for participants over 45 years).
“Last year, we had 4,208 participants. This year, we aim to reach 4,500 runners covering our signature flyover route,” said Gunawan Samiadjie, Program Director of Superball Run 9th, on Wednesday, 12/04/2024, as reported by Tribunnews.com.
Supporting Local Products
The Superball Run is renowned for its distinctive medals, made from metal and designed to be spun, adding a playful twist to its design.
This year’s Superball Run carries the theme “Proud Indonesian Pride,” showcasing local Indonesian products. According to Gunawan, all sponsors and race packs for participants will feature high-quality, locally made items.
“The 9th SB Run 2024 embodies the spirit of Indonesian pride, with all supporting entities using the best locally made products,” Gunawan explained.
History and Routes of the Superball Run
Although the Superball Run celebrates its 11th anniversary this year, the event was paused for two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Over the years, it has attracted growing interest with its unique routes and signature medals.
The event’s inaugural edition in 2014 was held at the Kemayoran flyover, Jakarta, with 2,780 participants.
- 2015: The race moved to FX Sudirman and Casablanca flyover, attracting 2,890 participants.
- 2016: Returning to FX Sudirman, the route extended to Antasari flyover, and 2,967 participants joined.
- 2017: Hosted at Cipinang Indah Mall Tol Becakayu, the event saw a turnout of 3,066 runners.
- 2018: Returning to South Jakarta, the race covered flyovers at Casablanca and Antasari, with 3,158 participants.
- 2019: Delayed to January 2020, the race followed the same route as in 2018, drawing 3,384 participants.
- 2020–2021: The event was suspended due to the pandemic.
- 2022: The Superball Run resumed with strong support from the South Jakarta Mayor’s Office, reaching 3,568 participants.
- 2023: The event introduced a new route at Epicentrum Rasuna Said, attracting a record-breaking 4,208 participants.
Registrations for the 9th Superball Run are now open, with thousands of slots already sold. Interested participants can sign up through the event’s official Instagram account @superballrun.id.
Don’t miss the chance to join this exciting event and experience Jakarta from a whole new perspective!
Source: tribunnews.com, Sripoku.com
Special Image Credit: Wartakotalive.com/Rafzanjani Simanjorang
