President of the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC), Rameez Mohamed has assured fans of action in today’s edition of the National Race of Champions, set for the South Dakota Circuit, Timehri despite the threat of rain.
“We expect a few light showers tomorrow [today] at the event but whatever the weather, the races will go ahead. All the racers know about the possibility of showers and have got their rain tires, so the event is a go,” Mohamed declared.
He also informed Stabroek Sport that the GMR&SC event will be a thrill since all the grids are filled and the drivers are keen on braving the circuit’s steep turns in an effort to entertain the fans.
The 29-year-old, who took up the office in February, announcing himself as the youngest president, will also be contesting for the checkered flag with veterans Andrew King and Mark Vieira.
A total of 22 races are expected with gears set to shift and engines to start getting heated from 9am. An admission fee of $1,000 for adults and $500 for children under 12 is being charged at the gate.
Today’s event is sponsored by Ansa McAl, Prem’s Electrical, B.M. Soat, Mohamed’s Enterprise, Ready Mix, Special Auto, Japarts, Ticket Master, Palm Court, KGM, MAC batteries, S. Jagmohan Hardware Supplies and Construction, L Mahabir and Sons Cambio and Choke Gas Station.
