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November promises bitter rivalry
– Dr. Byer-Suckoo lauds BARLBy Rawle Welch
Even though Guyanese drivers and Guyana are mathematically out of contention for the individual and overall titles at the upcoming third and final leg of the Caribbean Motor Racing Championship on November 8, it surely will not diminish the anticipated bitter rivalry among the three leading countries.
Jamaica’s David Summerbell Jr. who currently leads the points standing is seen in his Mitsubushi Evolution VIII shortly before taking to the track last Sunday.
This is the view of many motor racing fans who attended the second leg of the championship at Bushy Park in Barbados last Sunday where they were given a stark reminder of the intense competition that occurs when Barbados, Jamaica and Guyana clash for regional motor racing supremacy.
At the end of the day’s duel, Jamaican David Summerbell jr. maintained the lead over his rivals after securing first and second place finishes along with a Did Not Start (DNS) in the three international events to go to 48 points.
In second place is Barbadian Mark Maloney, who had a fantastic day, producing some daredevil driving to clinch two first places and a fourth to go to 39 points which puts him ahead of his brother and defending champion Stuart Maloney who had a miserable day, failing to score a single point after two DNS and a Did Not Finish (DNF).
Guyana’s Andrew King lies fourth on 16 points after gaining two third place finishes and a fifth that earned him his first set of points in the competition after missing the opening leg at Dover Raceway in Jamaica.
Another Guyanese Kevin Jeffrey, who also missed the opening round, occupies fifth position with 13 points, having secured second and fourth place finishes along with a DNF.
The Barbadian Barry Mayers, who drives a Suzuki SX4 is positioned next on 12 points, while the Lotus Elise of Stuart Williams has 9 points followed by Jamaican Chris Campbell on 6, Peter Thompson and Gary Williams on 5 apiece and bringing up the rear is Guyana’s Gavin Gayadin on 2.
Barbados’ Sports Minister Dr. Esther Byer-Suckhoo about to get a ride on Brook Miller’s Ducati 1098 to signal the Lap of Honour last Sunday.
Barbados with 82 points leads the standing followed by Jamaica on 64 and Guyana in the cellar on 31.
Meanwhile, Sports Minister of Barbados Dr. Esther Byer-Suckhoo speaking shortly before declaring the Meeting open said that motor racing has come a long way and is attracting a large following throughout the region, especially in Barbados.
The Minister credited the Barbados Auto Racing League (BARL) through its astute leadership for the sport’s expansion.
“The quality of the sport is of a very high standard and there is no doubt it could stand up to and even match the standards of those in other parts of the region as well as internationally and it is contributing to national and regional development,” she mentioned.
Byer-Suckhoo spoke of her Ministry’s willingness to step up its support to the racing industry, adding that because it contributes significantly to the country’s sports tourism programme the Government will not hesitate in offering whatever assistance is needed to maintain the high standard of the sport.
“Motor racing has become one of the most popular spectator sports in Barbados and its importance is quite significant, adding positively towards the economic and social development of the country.”
She promised the Government’s support to bring the Circuit up to international standard.
Photo on server Claude as: Dr. Esther Byer-Suckhoo: Caption: Barbados’ Sports Minister Dr. Esther Byer-Suckhoo about to get a ride on Brook Miller’s Ducati 1098 to signal the Lap of Honour last Sunday.
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