Jakarta, 1 March 2019 - Super League Triathlon (SLT), a global multi sports festival and competition that tested physical endurance, is collaborating with PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) to host the BCA Super League Triathlon Bali, a triathlon that offers a unique and fun experience for the sports communities and Indonesian families. The event is taking place on 23-24 March 2019, at one of the most exotic locations in Indonesia, namely Ayodya Resort Bali, for the very first time.
First held in 2017, SLT is one of the prestigious international sporting events. Through a game-changing format, both newcomers and experienced runners may venture in a series of fast-paced events with unpredictable outcomes that culminate in the crowning of the best and most versatile male and female triathletes in the world.
Michael D’hulst, Co-Founder and CEO of Super League Triathlon said, “We are very pleased to welcome the new year 2019 by adding new destinations to the SLT host countries, namely on one the most beautiful islands in Indonesia, Bali. The BCA Super League Triathlon Bali serves to help promote sports enthusiasm in Indonesia while also supporting triathletes and sports enthusiasts through an array of entertainment where they can proactively participate in the unforgettable sports competition that require physical endurance.”
The event itself will take place on two days and is designed for world class triathletes and sports enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. On the first day, the BCA Super League Triathlon Bali presents three destination options, with distances ranging from 2.5 km, 5 km, and 10 km, which is open to participants from all sports backgrounds and experience levels. The event is designed for all people.
On the second day, the BCA Super League Triathlon Bali will present ‘Age-based Group - Enduro & Sprint. Enduro is a triathlon branch that features swimming – cycling – running – swimming – cycling – running (250m swimming – cycling 10km – running 2.5 km). As for the sprint category, it features 500 m swimming – cycling 20 km – running 5 km.
Chris “Macca” McCormack, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Super League Triathlon said that “We are very happy that we can introduce an innovative sports competition, not only does it offer traditional sports but also delivering it in a fun format that brings an unforgettable and enjoyable experience. The BCA Super League Triathlon Bali is bringing together many triathletes and sports enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds.
Not only that, participants will also be pampered with the BCA Super League Festival, an event featuring performances from local musicians, concerts, and also F&B stalls that will improve your experience. This is a great opportunity for you; competing in the morning, enjoying Bali in the afternoon and partying in the evening.
Henry Koenaifi, Director of Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) said that, “We are very honoured to be able to collaborate with the Super League Triathlon to present such an unique sports event for the Indonesian people. Not only do we increase public awareness on the importance of regular sports, but we also introduce the BCA Super League Triathlon Bali as a platform that brings national and international athletes together. Through this event, BCA hopes that it can help create new scene to the sports enthusiasts and especially for our loyal customers, we offer you a 30% discount, valid for BCA Credit Card holders and payments using BCA KlikPay.”
Super League Triathlon, through its unique multi sports platform, has inspired, created and provided unforgettable memories for all the participating world-class athletes and sports enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. In 2018, SLT marked its success in various cities including Jersey, Malta, Spain and Singapore, and thereby coming to more cities around the globe.
2019 BCA Super League Triathlon’s Press Conference - Executive Vice President of Transaction Banking Business Development & Marketing of BCA Mira Wibowo (second left) together with Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Super League Triathlon Chris “Macca” McCormack (left), Race Management of SLT Bali - Mesa Race Reza Pusponegoro (right), Indonesian Triathlon Athlete Inge Prasetyo (second right) during the BCA Super League Triathlon’s Press Conferences in Jakarta, Friday (01/03). BCA fully supports the Super League Triathlon (SLT), an international multi sports festival and competition for the sports communities and Indonesian families. BCA offers a 30% discount program for BCA Credit Card holders and payments using BCA KlikPay.
About Super League Triathlon
Founded in 2017, SLT is the pinnacle of the sport on the world’s stage, delivering game-changing formats – mixing up long and short course athletes – in a series of fast-paced events with unpredictable outcomes that culminate in the crowning of the best and most versatile male and female triathletes in the world. In 2018, SLT marked its success in various cities including Jersey, Malta, Spain and Singapore.
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About PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (as of 31st December 2018)
PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) is one of the leading commercial banks in Indonesia with a core focus on transaction banking business and providing loan facilities and solutions to the corporate, commercial & SME and consumer segments. At the end of December 2018, BCA had the privilege of serving 19 million customer accounts, processing millions of transactions every day through 1,249 branches, 17,778 ATMs and more than 500 thousands of EDC machines as well as transactions made over the 24-hour internet and mobile banking systems.
For more information, please contact:
PT BANK CENTRAL ASIA TBK
Corporate Secretariat Division – Corporate Communication Sub Division
Public Relations Bureau
Address : Jl. MH Thamrin No. 1
BCA Grand Indonesia Lt. 20
Jakarta Pusat
Phone : (021) 2358-8000
Fax : (021) 2358-8300
E-mail : humas@bca.co.id
KVB
Communications Consulting Company for Super League Triathlon:
Charlene Britten, Associate Consultant
E-mail : charlene.britten@kennedyvoice-berliner.com
Telepon : +62 812 2000 6740
