Carlos Peterson-Griffith to compete in Barbados Strongfest over the weekend

By Timothy Jaikarran

Barbados Strongfest will be contested by Guyana’s very own Carlos “The Showstopper” Peterson-Griffith over the weekend, with the talented Guyanese being set to guest lift in the powerlifting event today.

Come Sunday, Griffith will step out of the guest lifters limelight and gear up for his heart’s desire – the ‘strongman’ event.
Day one of the event will consist of powerlifting, squat, deadlift and bench press, while day two will see the big guns coming out in the strong man, tyre flip, overhead press, farmer carry, yoke carry, sandbag carry/stone challenge and kettle bell backward throw.
In an interview with this publication, Griffith was asked to talk about this event, and he said, “For the Strongfest, firstly I will be competing as a guest lifter in the powerlifting event. However, all international lifters will be guest lifters, we won’t be handed over cash prizes, we would be handed over a trophy and medals.
“But for the Strongman (event), every single event will be consisting of cash prizes, so that is where my main focus will be at; that is one of my main aims.”

The burly athlete has expressed extreme gratitude to his sponsors: Jamie McDonald of Fitness Express, Superior Concrete, MVP Sports, Space Gym, and those who wish to remain private.
According to Griffith, he is grateful to his sponsors for making the journey possible.
Superior Concrete, Guyana has been one of Griffith’s most recent sponsors. In a post on their social media page, the concrete company has said, “Sponsoring Carlos Petterson to travel to Barbados to compete in Strong Fest was an easy decision for Superior Concrete. Not only does Carlos embody the physical characteristics a concrete company values; strength, power and longevity, but he exhibits dedication and a commitment to excellence, which are values Superior Concrete holds in high esteem.”
Griffith explained that his mindset for the competition is “100 percent ready”. He is unaware of what obstacles he will have to face, but he is prepared for the unexpected.
He also mentioned that this competition has been narrowed down because several athletes won’t be able to make the strongman event. But, according to Griffith, the competition will be stiff, as the event is packed with lifters who are ‘ready to go’.
“The reason why it has been narrowed down is due to late flights, and I have seen quite a lot of people dropping out of the race. So, myself, the Suriname delegates, and Trinidad, who will be bringing a powerful team for the powerlifting… I will perform among the top three in all of the segments, both strongman and powerlifting, as that is my main aim,” he shared.
Griffith reiterated his gratitude to his fans, and has urged them to stay focused, keep up the good work, and never let their guard down. He also encouraged them to stay strong; keep going; and, no matter what the situation is, remain positive.
Also, representing Guyana at the competition are Junica Pluck, Julio Sinclair and Kean Andrews.