Campus Glory and Turf Triumphs: Health Sciences and “Stat” Claim Top Honors
By: Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News|
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — From the academic elite battling on the track to the thunderous hooves on the Berbice turf, the past 48 hours have delivered a whirlwind of championship action. Whether it was the University of Guyana’s future doctors proving their athletic mettle or international thoroughbreds lighting up the track, the Guyanese sports scene is in full bloom this May. Here is your comprehensive sports wrap-up for Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Athletics: Health Sciences Crowned UG “Super Champs”
The University of Guyana’s 2026 Inter-Faculty Track & Field Super Champs transformed the Police Sports Club Ground at Eve Leary into a cauldron of faculty pride on Monday.
- The Champions: The Faculty of Health Sciences combined clinical precision with raw speed to emerge as the overall champions, dethroning their rivals in a hard-fought day of athletics.
- The Podium: The Faculty of Education and Humanities secured a respectable 2nd place, while the Faculty of Natural Sciences rounded out the top three.
- Military Precision: Earlier in the session, the Faculty of Engineering and Technology showed off their discipline, marching away with the coveted March Pass Title.
Cycling: Brighton John Defends Turf at Jude Bentley Memorial
The Carlton Wheelers Cycling Club honored the memory of the late Jude Bentley with a high-octane day of racing at the National Park on Sunday.
- The Open King: Brighton John continued his incredible 2026 run, crossing the line first to claim the Open Championship.
- Veteran Mastery: Talim Shaw and Robin Persaud proved that age is just a number, securing the Veteran titles, while Alex Newton claimed the Junior crown and Shernna Alder won the Ladies category.
- BMX Blitz: The future of the sport was on display with BMX victories for Jamar Samuels, Shemiah Johnson, Prince Johnson, Delia Luke, Cadeem Bascom, and Jamillia Samuels.
Horse Racing: “Stat” Gallops to $4M Labour Day Cup Glory
The Kennard’s Memorial Turf Club in Berbice was the center of the racing universe on Sunday for the 2026 Labour & Arrival Days Meet.
- The Big Win: In a heart-pounding feature race, the U.S.-based horse “Stat,” with veteran jockey Colin Ross in the irons, stormed to victory to claim the $4 million Labour Day Cup.
- The Competition: “Stat” held off a fierce challenge from “Mapa Do Brazil” (2nd) and “Ritorna Vincetori” (3rd) to secure the top prize.
- Arrival Day Sprint: The day also featured the $1.2M Arrival Day Sprint, part of a packed 10-race card that drew thousands to the ancient county.
Cricket: Jonte Thomas Shines in Barbados Season Finale
Guyanese standout Jonte Thomas ended his stint in the Barbados Cricket Association’s 2026 Intermediate 3-Day Tournament with a performance for the history books.
- All-Round Brilliance: Representing St. Joseph’s Cultural Cricket Club against BNECL, Thomas decimated the opposition with the ball, taking 7-54.
- The Batting Blitz: He didn’t stop there; Thomas hammered a “stroke-filled” 75 off just 48 balls, cementing his reputation as one of the region’s most dangerous all-rounders before heading home.
Cricket: Centuries Galore in GCA 2nd Division T20
The Georgetown Cricket Association’s 2026 Sherwin Williams 2nd Division T20 tournament saw the record books rewritten over the weekend with an explosion of heavy hitting.
- The Centurions: Four “majestic” centuries were recorded in a single round: Joshua Wade (GCC), Rashaud Gaffur (GDF), and the Transport Sports Club duo of Jeremiah Hohenkirk and Shamar Apple.
- The Master Seamer: While the batsmen dominated, veteran seamer Shaun Massiah reminded everyone of the art of bowling, picking up the only 5-wicket haul of the latest round.
