CAMS endorses Mahendra “Raj” Boodhoo for re-election as GMR&SC President

The Caribbean American Motor Sports (CAMS) and its President are just the latest in a slew of high-profile stakeholders to throw their support behind incumbent President Mahendra Boodhoo ahead of the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club’s (GMR&SC) elections this weekend.
CAMS shared in a recent statement, “As the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMR&SC) approaches its 34th Annual General Meeting on February 21st, the Caribbean American Motor Sports (CAMS) organisation – through its President, Afraz Allie – proudly extends its support for the re election of Mr Mahendra “Raj” Boodhoo as President of the GMR&SC.

For more than 25 years, CAMS has been deeply invested in the advancement of motorsport in Guyana, and in recent years the sport has experienced its most significant resurgence in decades. Circuit racing has been growing at a steady and encouraging rate, with race grids returning to the strength of the sport’s glory years; some would even argue surpassing them. The introduction of GT3 machinery at last November’s race and the highly anticipated GT3 Series scheduled for July 11–12 mark a historic milestone. For the first time in Guyana’s history, an event of this scale and global relevance will be held on local soil, signalling the nation’s arrival on the international motorsport stage.
CAMS attributes this momentum to the stability, professionalism, and clear strategic direction demonstrated under Mr Boodhoo’s leadership. His administration has fostered an environment where racers, teams, and sponsors feel confident investing in the sport’s continued growth. CAMS notes that this consistency has been essential to unlocking new opportunities, opportunities that extend far beyond individual race weekends.
One of the most pressing issues in motorsport governance is the duration of executive terms. A one year term simply does not provide the stability required for meaningful investment. Sponsors operate on multi year cycles, and teams and drivers make decisions based on long term confidence. Infrastructure upgrades, safety improvements, and international partnerships cannot be negotiated, funded, or executed within a rushed 12 month window.
A two year executive term, under the guidance of a focused and proven leader like Mr Boodhoo, would give motorsport in Guyana the breathing room needed for sustainable expansion. It allows leadership the necessary time to align stakeholders, identify weaknesses, complete engineering and design work, navigate regulatory requirements, and secure corporate support. These are not short term tasks; they require continuity.
CAMS itself is preparing to make major financial investments in Guyana, including significant enhancements to its own operational and racing infrastructure. These initiatives are driven entirely by the clear and forward thinking direction set by the current administration. When the vision is strong and consistent, investment follows.
If Guyana’s motorsport community is serious about achieving world class results, safer facilities, stronger international ties, increased spectator engagement, and greater economic impact, then leadership capable of delivering that vision must be empowered. Mr Mahendra “Raj” Boodhoo has demonstrated that capability, and he deserves the time required to complete the work he has begun.
For these reasons, CAMS stands firmly in support of his re election as President of the GMR&SC.”