Golden Harvest: Elton Dharry Claims World Title as Track Stars Break Records in Panama
By: Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News|
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — It was a weekend of historic “firsts” and golden finishes for Guyanese sports. From a new world champion being crowned on home soil to record-breaking sprints in Panama and a high-stakes penalty shootout at the Ministry of Education ground, the Golden Arrowhead has never flown higher. Here is your comprehensive sports wrap-up for Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Athletics: Dequan Farrel Smashes Record; Relay Gold for Guyana
Team Guyana ended the 2026 South American Youth Games in Panama with a spectacular weekend flourish, significantly boosting their final medal count.
- Record-Breaking Sprint: Dequan Farrel delivered the performance of the games, storming to gold in the Boys 200m. Farrel didn’t just win; he obliterated the field to set a new Championship Record of 21.18 seconds.
- Relay Dominance: The speed continued in the team events, where the Boys 4×100m relay team secured a massive Gold medal finish.
- Bronze Finish: The Boys 4×400m quartet added to the tally with a hard-fought Bronze, capping off Guyana’s most successful showing at the South American Youth Games to date.
Boxing: Elton Dharry Crowned IBO World Champion
History was made at the Pegasus Suites on Saturday night as Elton “The Raging Bull” Dharry etched his name into the annals of Guyanese boxing legends.
- World Title Glory: Dharry secured a unanimous decision victory over Tanzania’s Salmin Kassim to become Guyana’s 8th World Champion, claiming the IBO Super Bantamweight Title.
- National Pride: In the co-main events, Olympian Keevin Allicock became the new National Featherweight Champion following a TKO win over veteran Dexter Marques.
- Regional Dominance: Desmond Amsterdam also made a statement, stopping Jamaica’s Kevin Hylton via TKO to complete a perfect night for the local fighters.
Football: Chase Academic and Santa Rosa Head to U-18 Final
The Petra Organization’s 2026 Massy Distribution U-18 Schools Football tournament reached a fever pitch on Sunday with two dramatic semi-final clashes.
- The Rout: Chase Academic Foundation booked their place in the final with a clinical 7-0 demolition of Charlestown Secondary. Shaquan David was the star of the show, netting a superb double.
- The Thriller: In the second semi-final, Santa Rosa Secondary and West Ruimveldt Secondary played out a 3-3 draw in regulation. Santa Rosa eventually held their nerve to win a marathon 8-7 penalty shootout.
Cricket: Annandale Wins Ram Slam Behind Van Lange’s Masterclass
The Lusignan Community Centre Ground was the epicenter of local cricket on Sunday for the 2026 Ram Slam 15-Overs Tournament.
- The Champions: Annandale emerged as the kings of the slam after a commanding 64-run victory over Mon Repos in the final.
- Standout Performers: West Indies U-19 all-rounder Jonathan Van Lange earned Player of the Match honors for his dominant performance, while teammate Travis Persaud stole the headlines with a remarkable hat-trick.
Cricket: Harpy Eagles vs. Volcanoes – Day 1 Stutter
The Guyana Harpy Eagles began their third and final fixture of the CWI Regional 4-Day Series against the Windward Islands Volcanoes in Antigua.
- The Batting: Sent in to bat, the Harpy Eagles were bowled out for 242 in 79.5 overs. Kemo Paul led the resistance with a defiant 84, supported by Tagenarine Chanderpaul, who scored 69.
- The Opposition: Ryan John was the pick of the bowlers for the Windwards with 4-28.
- Close of Play: The Volcanoes ended Day 1 at 22-1, trailing by 220 runs heading into Monday’s play.
