Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips joined local athletes, officials and representatives of the Guyana Olympic Association in the King’s Baton Relay held in Georgetown on Sunday morning.
The relay forms part of the lead-up to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and is currently on a symbolic journey across all 74 Commonwealth nations and territories. It was officially launched by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in March 2025.
In brief remarks, Prime Minister Phillips said the relay represents connection, unity and shared values among Commonwealth countries. He noted that Guyana’s participation in the upcoming Games is a source of national pride and expressed confidence in the country’s athletes.
Guyana is expected to send a 27-member delegation to the Games, scheduled for July 23 to August 2. The team will compete in athletics, boxing, 3×3 basketball, swimming and cycling.
Following the relay, participants took part in a 5K road race along Main Street, Georgetown. Culture, Youth and Sport Minister, Charles Ramson and members of the Diplomatic Corps were also in attendance at the event. (Office of the Prime Minister photos)
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