Females among standout performers in Round One of Drag Racing C’ship

Press Release from the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club

The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) 2025 Drag Racing Championship got off to a spectacular and seamless start at the South Dakota Circuit as racers and fans alike were treated to a thrilling day of high-speed action under bright sunshine.

With an incident-free event and a perfectly functioning timing system, the race day proceeded smoothly, with all classes completing ahead of schedule and new champions emerging in each category.

History in the making– Women and youth shine on the track

The day saw a significant milestone for female competitors, with Ashley Persaud (#162, Toyota ZN86) becoming only the second female to win a class while competing against the men, taking victory in the 16-second Class.

Meanwhile, Crystal Singh (#1320, Volkswagen Golf R) dominated the Female Class, setting a new standard for women in motorsport.

She now holds the title of fastest female on the track, clocking an impressive 12.847 seconds, a record that is sure to inspire more women to take up the sport.

Adding to the day’s historic achievements, 12-year-old Matthew Daby became the fastest junior driver down the 1320-foot strip, posting a stunning 13.193-second run in his Junior Dragster.

He followed in the footsteps of his father, Peter Daby (#728, Mazda RX-7), who set the fastest time of the day with a blistering 9.506-second pass.

Round One Winners– 2025 GMR&SC Drag Racing Championship

• Female Class (Crystal Singh – #1320 – Volkswagen Golf R)
• 16-Second Class (Ashley Persaud – #162 – Toyota ZN86)
• 15-Second Class (Mohamed Saifudeen Roshandin – #131 – Toyota Levin)
• 14-Second Class (Fareem Edoo – #128 – Toyota Corolla AE92)
• 13-Second Class (Omesh Persaud – #1484 – Nissan Pulsar)
• 12-Second Class (Wasim Khalawan – #165 – Lexus IS200)
• 11-Second Class (Vishal Gewan – #17 – Toyota Caldina)
• 10-Second Class (Damion Persaud – #198 – Toyota Caldina)
• 9-Second Class (Peter Daby – #728 – Mazda RX-7, third generation)
• 600cc Bikes (Shem Chattersingh – #101)
• 1000cc Bikes (Jermaine Chattersingh – #103)

A positive start for GMR&SC– Momentum to build on

With a strong turnout of competitors and fans, the GMRSC’s first round of the 2025 Drag Racing Championship was a resounding success.

The event saw many new drivers lining up for the first time, showcasing the continued growth and popularity of the sport in Guyana.

The club remains committed to fostering a competitive yet safe racing environment and looks forward to building on this momentum throughout the season.

As the championship progresses, fans can expect even more thrilling battles, record-breaking runs, and new talent emerging on the track.