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GMR&SC ‘Race of Champions’ Meet…Sunburst Orange Juice back on board with Vieira
Continental Agencies under its Sunburst Orange Juice product confirmed its
Sunburst Orange Juice representatives Poornardai Kumar (right) and Vedwattie Doodnauth hands over the sponsorship cheque to Superbike champion Stephen Vieira yesterday.
standing relationship with reigning Caribbean Superbike champion Stephen Vieira after presenting him with a cheque for an undisclosed sum yesterday, at the Company’s Head Office in Industrial Site.
Vieira, who has been the best local rider over the past four years speaking about the generosity extended by Continental Agencies which has been ongoing for the past three years, said he is extremely grateful for the support and thanked the CEO Mr. Puri and the Sunburst Orange Juice family who has made it possible for him to have the best possible preparations for Sunday’s Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMR&SC) ‘Race of Champions’ Meet, at the South Dakota Circuit.
The sponsorship was handed over by staff members Poonardai Kumar and Vedwattie Doodnauth to the local speedster.
Speaking about his chances on Sunday, Vieira, who is familiarly known as ‘Valentino Rossi’ the famous Italian MotoGP great, said he is ready to throw down the gauntlet on Canadian Kevin Graham and fans could look forward to another chapter in their enduring rivalry which has brought a lot of excitement over the seasons.
“Me and Kevin has been going at each for sometime now and the fans love the rivalry and the battle for supremacy on Sunday will be no different so I urge all motor racing supporters to come to the South Dakota Circuit and enjoy a day of fun among the superbikers,” Vieira promised.
He spoke of the improvement that many of the riders in the category have shown and this he pointed out augurs well for the future of the division.
Vieira reminded he and Kevin enjoy an excellent relationship both on and off the track, but this does not affect the way they go at each other as they battle for victory.
“We understand the fans love to see us go at each other and it is usually breathtaking to watch so we know that despite our friendship we go out there and do our best to entertain the fans,” he stated.
Graham, who has been coming to Guyana for quite a while has in the past disclosed he is officially retired from the higher level of racing, but his love for this country is so strong he just can’t refuse the opportunity to come here and compete and is also known for sharing tips with many of the locals riders on how to improve their skills in the sport.
Apart from the two marquee riders, others who could share the spotlight include Gregory Lopes, Joel Neblett, while the upcoming brigade headed by current ‘B’ Class champion Carey Griffith could also be in the mix for the chequered flag.
Meanwhile, in a release, Continental Agencies said that the Company is pleased to once again be associated with Vieira, adding that as a champion, they are proud of the exploits of the racer.
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