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flag Child jockeys as young as seven race bareback in Indonesia, risking death in a dangerous, illegal tradition driven by poverty and gambling.

flag In Bima, Indonesia, child jockeys as young as seven race bareback on dirt tracks without safety gear, facing deadly risks in a tradition fueled by poverty and illegal gambling. flag At least five children have died since 2023, including 12-year-old Arjun Bimantara, whose death sparked mourning and vows to end the practice. flag Despite dangers, families depend on racing income, and events like the Bima Mayor’s Cup offer large prizes, drawing support from powerful figures. flag The sport lacks oversight, enabling drug use in horses, race-fixing, and corruption, while civil society groups call it exploitative and illegal.

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