Jakarta, IO – Handika after reaching the finish line Paris Brest Paris. (source: instagram/handika8) managed to reach the finish line in Paris-Brest-Paris with a set cut of time (COT) record.
Handika was the first Indonesian to set this record. He managed to complete a route of 1,200 kilometers within 62 hours 23 minutes (three days), per Detikcom, Friday (25/8).
The chilling temperature of minus 3 degrees in Paris did not dampen his spirits. Even though he was injured, his remained steadfast against the cold and kept pedaling to the finish line.
He also carried a humanitarian mission in his race to raise funds for orphans in Indonesia so they can get a better life.
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His mission was part of his contribution in celebrating Indonesia’s 78th anniversary with EJ Sport, an Indonesian-made performance-enhancing sports product. (un)