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Banks DIH pledge continuous support for Guyana Cup
Special Event Manager at Banks DIH Mortimer George.
Trophy Stall also onboard
Kaieteur Sports – The 16th running of the Guyana Cup, which is organized by the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee, will once again be fueled by long-time sponsors, the beverage giants of Guyana, Banks DIH Limited.
The grand showdown of this prestigious horse racing event is set for Sunday August 11 at the Rising Sun Turf Club, and fans will be treated to 10 high-octane races with over 40 million dollars in cash and prizes.
Special Events Manager of Banks DIH, Mortimer George speaking at the recent Guyana Cup press conference and drawing, pledged the company’s continuous support for this family-oriented horse race event.
“We at Banks DIH, we are thrilled to be a sponsor of the 16th running of the Guyana Cup, the biggest horse race event of the year,” George said.
He added: “It’s an honor to support an event that bring such talented competitors and supreme horses and also passionate fans.”
Justin Sattaur Ally of the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee (left) and Ramesh Sunich, owner of The Trophy Stall (right).
The well-established beverage company strongly believes in dedication and perseverance, and that has been the quality of the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee.
“Banks DIH has always believed in the value of dedication, perseverance and excellence which are values in sports.”
“The Guyana Cup is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community. We are proud to be part of an event that not only entertain but brings people together and support local businesses.”
“Once again, we are delighted to be part of this event and we will continue to support this initiative throughout,” George said.
Meanwhile, Ramesh Sunich of the Trophy Stall, with several locations around the country, joined the list of sponsors. Sunich handed over a number of trophies that will be presented on race day to Justin Sattaur Ally of the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee.
The Trophy Stall and Sunich are no strangers to sponsoring horseracing and sports in general for a number of years now. Sunich, whose father Neville was an outstanding Jockey back in the days of horseracing at the famous Durban Park racetrack, has been on board with the Jumbo Jet Racing events from its inception.
He will also be providing plaques for the outstanding jockey and Trainer along with other personnel during tomorrow’s event at Rising Sun.
The Rising Sun Turf Club will be transformed into an electrifying atmosphere for the entire family.
Children will be treated to a fun park, and fans will be thrilled to have great vibes when the DJ competition takes center stage after the races.
Race is expected to start at 11:50h and close to 100 horses confirmed entry for the grand-one day horse race event.
- Banks DIH Limited, Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee, prizes, Rising Sun Turf Club, Trophy Stall
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