2025 GMRSC Drag Racing Championship: Flawless execution, fast times, new champions: successful start to Round 1

The 2025 Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMRSC) Drag Racing Championship got off to a spectacular and seamless start at the South Dakota Circuit on Sunday as racers and fans alike were treated to a thrilling day of high-speed action under the bright Guyanese sun. With an incident-free event and a perfectly-functioning timing system, the race day proceeded smoothly, with all classes finishing ahead of schedule and new champions emerging in each category.

History in the making – Women & 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 1 Winners – 2025 GMRSC 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 (3rd generation)
600cc Bikes
Shem Chattersingh – #101
1000cc Bikes
Jermaine Chattersingh – #103

A positive start for GMRSC – 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.