Guyana, T&T to battle for supremacy at ‘1320 Heat’ international drag race

– Mohamed to pilot Trans Pacific’s locally made Alteeza

Rivalry will be renewed at the South Dakota Circuit when Guyanese and Trinidadian racers set the circuit alive at the ‘1320 Heat’ international drag race meet on Sunday August 25.

The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club, (GMR&SC) hosted its press conference at the GT Motor Sports Hall (GMR&SC compound) in Thomas Lands on Friday last. During that event, it was revealed that over 75 local drivers (excluding bikers) have been registered for this much anticipated racing event.
Addressing the local media, GMR&SC Vice-President Hansraj Singh disclosed that the much hyped Trinidad and Tobago rail car will be piloted by Jagdeo Seiteran (Mad Cow), who, speaking confidently of clinching the titles on offer at South Dakota, will pilot the R22 Skyline.
Additionally, two superbikes will be on show. One of these bikes holds the quarter-mile record in the twin-islands Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. These vehicles have already commenced their preparation for Sunday’s main event.
Guyana will be proudly represented by Team Mohammed; the world record GTR and previous champion, Goliath, will turn out for the Golden Arrow Head. In addition to the regular Guyanese super cars, there will be newcomer Derrick Jai Singh and the Trans Pacific Krishna Ramsewack locally made Alteeza. This locally designed car, which is described as a fast car, will be piloted by GMRSC President, Rameez Mohammed.
Due to the problems the ferry to Suriname is encountering, Suriname, who has been present at previous race meets, will not compete at the 1320 Heat international drag race meet. The racing weekend will commence on Saturday, August 24 (qualifying day), with cars being placed in brackets systems according to their qualifying time.
The Vice President Singh, President Mohammed and Executive member of GMRSC Carey Griffith emphasized on the safety and security measures that has been placed. Mohammed highlighted that a lot of developmental work has been done on the South Dakota facility on a general basis.
Vice President Singh thanked some the sponsors of this event; Associated Construction Services Ltd, Delco Ice Company, Mohammed’s Enterprise, Derrick Trucking Service and Machinery Rental, Tropical Shipping and Air Services Ltd, which will provide aircraft services for medical emergency. The development at South Dakota has continued with the VIP area being a permanent area of comfort which costs $3000 per person (excluding drinks and meals).
Elimination time will be on Sunday afternoon, after the morning runs; admission for the racing event is Guyana $2000. Late admissions for drivers will also be allowed on the present day, a fee of $5700 and a stamped medical is compulsory.