Suriname drag-racing stars back Boodhoo for GMR&SC re-election

In a major boost for the incumbent leadership of the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC), a powerhouse group of Surinamese drag racers has officially endorsed Mahendra “Raj” Boodhoo for re-election as President.
The endorsement, issued on February 14, 2026, marks a significant moment of cross-border sports diplomacy, as top competitors from the neighbouring republic signalled their desire for continuity in Guyana’s motorsport administration.
The joint statement was signed by prominent figures in Suriname drag racing, including Michael Namchand, Tony Namchand, and Raymond John. The group noted that their frequent visits to the drag strips in Guyana have made the country a “second home” for their teams.

“The passion of the Guyanese fans is unmatched, and we have always enjoyed the thrill of competing on your soil,” the racers stated, highlighting the deep-rooted synergy between the two nations’ racing fraternities.
The core of the endorsement rests on the infrastructural progress made under the current executive. The Surinamese contingent specifically praised Boodhoo’s commitment to the development of a new international-standard drag strip, describing the project as a “game-changer” for the sport.
The veteran racers emphasised that modern facilities were no longer a luxury but a necessity for the sport’s evolution in the Caribbean.
“We aren’t just looking for a place to race; we are looking for a facility that allows us to push our machines to the absolute limit safely and professionally,” the statement read.
The endorsement concludes with a call for the GMR&SC membership to maintain the club’s current trajectory. The racers expressed a clear desire to compete on the new strip under Boodhoo’s “continued leadership”, citing his “drive to take Guyana’s motorsport scene further than ever before”.
As the GMR&SC elections approaches, this high-profile support from regional stakeholders adds a significant dimension to the campaign, highlighting the impact of Guyanese motorsport policy on the wider Caribbean racing community.