DKI Jakarta achieves success in national boxing and chess championships

The DKI Jakarta athletic contingents secured notable results in two major national championships held in October 2026.

In the Menko Infrastructure Cup 2026 Amateur Boxing National Championship held in North Jakarta, the DKI Jakarta Pertina team earned two gold medals and seven bronze medals. Gold medalists included Sandyarto Faroza in the 86 kg men's category and Jorgi Aldri Jamco in the 63 kg men's category. The event, which featured nearly 400 boxers from 35 provinces, saw West Java emerge as the overall champion.

In the 51st National Chess Championship held in Serang, Banten, the DKI Jakarta contingent successfully defended its title as overall champion. The team collected a total of 17 medals, consisting of six gold, four silver, and seven bronze medals. Hardiyanto Kenneth, Chairman of Percasi DKI Jakarta, attributed the victory to disciplined preparation and teamwork.