SVG Motorsport Association celebrates successful Drag Racing Competition

The St Vincent and the Grenadines Motorsport Association (SVGMA), is pleased with the outcome of what it deemed an “historic” event in its hosting of the inaugural drag racing competition on April 27 and 28, 2024.

In a release, the SVGMA said notwithstanding the initial challenges, it was able to showcase the talents and skills of participants drawn from across the region.

More than 30 regional cars from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Saint. Lucia, Grenada, and Trinidad and Tobago competing alongside Vincentian drivers, engaged each other on the tarmac of the decommissioned E.T Joshua Airport as they vied for cash prizes and sought to earn the title of best of the best.

Team St. Vincent and the Grenadines emerged as overall champions, with Team Barbados capturing the second position.

Individual accolades were also earned by outstanding drivers.

Camillus Pitt secured victory in the 14-second bracket, with his Mitsubishi Eterna. Aidon Shearman dominated the 12-second bracket, showcasing his expertise behind the wheel of his Toyota Levin. Carlon Browne claimed victory in the 11-second bracket, navigating his Audi S5.

Ellsworth Dacon dominated the 10-second bracket and earned the title of the fastest quarter-mile car, driving his Audi RS 3. Ali Clouden captured the title of the fastest 1/8 mile, demonstrating remarkable skill and determination.

Team Barbados also captured top spots, with Nicolas Pinto securing victory in the 13-second bracket with his Mitsubishi Colt, and Sheridan Mohammed claiming the fastest bike title aboard his Suzuki GSXR 1000 The SVGMA has extended gratitude to all the drivers, teams, sponsors and spectators for their support.