On the preparation cusp of another Guyana Cup, which is some seven months away, experienced Brazilian veterinarian Flavio Geo has assessed and recorded some improvement in horses and horsemen in Guyana.
According to Geo, based on evidence from his initial visit three years ago, there are areas to improve despite the success shown.
“The horses are nice. Much better than I thought. I like them, and they show improvements.”
“We need to improve the movement of the horses from the training centre to the track. We need better transportation. It’s a lot of stress when horses go up and down. We need the horses to stay close. Things are improving. This is the third time I am here, and things have improved since the first time,” he added.
In addition to more ethical practices shown by horsemen in Guyana, the Government of Guyana has also had the best interest in the sport, which was shown when legislation was passed late last year. Geo made an important point, highlighting the need for horses to have adequate rest time between races and that the classification is matched.
“We need to have respect for the horses. We need to ask what races they are to run and the classification. They should race in the races they are able to run. The climate is hot, and the horses can’t do more work than they have to do,” Geo related.
The next official race day is set for February 1, 2026, at Port Mourant Turf Club, which also marks the opening day of nomination for the Guyana Cup.
The horses have intensified preparation with one eye on the main prize, the Guyana Cup, set for August 23 at a venue to be announced.
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