HGP SPORTS PULSE – APRIL 2, 2026

Calvin Ming Reinstated as Karting King; Guyana U-16s Crush Barbados

By: Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News|

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — From the appeal rooms of the GMR&SC to the cricket grounds of Eve Leary, Friday’s sports update is packed with news of technical redemptions, youth dominance, and historic athletic partnerships. As we head into a major holiday weekend of horse racing and international track and field, here is your update for Friday, April 3, 2026.

Motor Racing: Calvin Ming Reinstated as Winner of MPS Kart Revival

Following a high-stakes technical investigation, the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) has officially restored Calvin Ming (#4) as the champion of the Briggs and Stratton Light Class.

• The Dispute: Ming initially took the checkered flag in Georgetown on Sunday but was disqualified after post-race scrutineering flagged a violation regarding clearance tolerances.
• The Appeal: The Ming team launched an immediate appeal. Secondary investigations proved that the technical error “stemmed from circumstances outside the control of the competitor and his technical team,” rather than intentional tampering.
• The Result: Ming is back in 1st place, with Steven Nobrega and Jared Ramnarayan moving to 2nd and 3rd, respectively.

Cricket: Leon Reddy Destroys Barbados as Guyana U-16s Secure Massive Win

After multiple rain delays, the 2026 CWI Rising Stars U-16 Bilateral Series finally saw action on Wednesday at the Police Sports Club Ground, Eve Leary, with Guyana delivering a clinical performance.

• Guyana’s Innings: Batting first in a reduced 31-over match, Guyana posted 137-8, led by a gritty 37 from wicket-keeper Nathan Bishop.
• Reddy’s Masterclass: Vice-captain Leon Reddy was unplayable with the ball. The seamer claimed incredible figures of 4-8 from 6 overs (including 3 maidens), spearheading a bowling attack that bundled Barbados out for a measly 61.
• The Outcome: A commanding 76-run victory for the home side, giving them vital momentum heading into the remainder of the series.

Athletics: Team Guyana Unveils $1 Million Adidas Kit for CARIFTA Games

Guyana’s track and field stars will be the best-dressed contingent at the 53rd CARIFTA Championships in Grenada this weekend (April 4–6).

• The Reveal: The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) officially unveiled the new Adidas kit, which includes specialized travel, warm-up, and competition gear.
• The Deal: This is part of a massive multi-year partnership secured in March 2025. The deal provides US$300,000 in initial equipment and US$250,000 annually for the next three years—a total investment of over US$1 million into Guyanese athletics.

Horse Racing: Port Mourant Set for Easter Sunday “Battle for Supremacy”

The Port Mourant Turf Club is the place to be this Sunday, April 5, for the annual Easter Cup, featuring 11 high-stakes races.

• The Main Event: All eyes are on the feature race, where champion horses Dataman and Olympic Kremlin will go head-to-head for a $2 million winner’s purse (part of a $4 million total purse).
• High Stakes: The meet serves as a crucial second nomination day for the prestigious Guyana Cup scheduled for August. With the track reported to be in “immaculate condition,” fans can expect blistering times across the 1600m feature distance.

Cricket: Speaker Manzoor Nadir Re-elected President of Everest Cricket Club

The historic Everest Cricket Club held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, confirming stability in its leadership for the next two years.

• Leadership: Mr. Manzoor Nadir, Speaker of the National Assembly, was re-elected unopposed as Club President.
• The Executive Team:
  • Senior VP: Saheed Mohamed
  • Junior VP: Dwayne Adams
  • Secretary: Joshua Kisson
  • Treasurer: Safraz Sheriffudeen
• Vision: Nadir pledged to continue the club’s modernization, focusing on maintaining its status as a premier venue for both cricket and community events.

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