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February 2025 – The Caribbean motorsport community is set to experience a thrilling new chapter with the official launch of the Caribbean Drag Racing Championship (CDRC). This groundbreaking initiative brings together top-tier drag racers from Barbados, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, and Jamaica in a competitive, invitation-only championship that celebrates regional talent and motorsport excellence.
The CDRC is a closed competition, where racers are invited by their National Sporting Authority to represent their country at no cost of entry to them. The championship is a joint initiative spearheaded by the Jamaica Millennium Motoring Club (JMMC) in collaboration with the Barbados Motoring Federation (BMF), the Barbados Association of Dragsters & Drifters (BADD), the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMRSC), and the Trinidad & Tobago Automobile Sports Association (TTASA). The championship is officially registered with the FiA’s National Calendar platform and will feature sixteen exhilarating events across the participating nations.
A Unique Format for Regional Excellence
The CDRC introduces an innovative points-based system wherein racers earn points by competing in three of their locally staged national events. The top 16 competitors in each class across all participating countries will then be invited to battle for supremacy at the Championship Final in Jamaica in January 2026.
The championship features two competitive classes:
• Pro Street (10.999 to 10.000 seconds)
• Pro Race (9.999 to 9.000 seconds)
This format ensures a high level of competition, with the best racers in the region earning their place in the finals. Championship winners will receive trophies and prize money, with additional winnings awarded to the champion’s National Sporting Authority (ASN).
A United Front for Motorsport Growth
The launch of the CDRC has been met with overwhelming support from key stakeholders in Caribbean motorsport and the wider FiA community.
Daniel Coen, FiA Vice President for Sport for North America, stated: “It is great to see motorsport evolving in the Caribbean. The effort by the JMMC and ASNs to create this championship is commendable, and I fully support it.”
David Williams, Vice President for Sport for the Barbados Motoring Federation (BMF), added: “The Barbados Motoring Federation is proud to be part of the CDRC and looks forward to its success. Thank you to Jamaica for this great initiative.”
Robert Bishop, President of the Barbados Association of Dragsters & Drifters (BADD), said: “BADD is excited to be part of this initiative. The CDRC is a fantastic step forward for drag racing both locally and regionally, and we look forward to its success.”
Jane Scaletta, President of the Cayman Motoring Federation, remarked: “The Cayman Motoring Federation proudly supports the launch of the CDRC. This event strengthens regional motorsport and provides a great platform for our drag racers.”
Raj Boodhoo, President of the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMRSC), noted: “Drag racing has grown tremendously in the Caribbean, and Guyana has proudly recorded some of the fastest times. We are excited to be part of this structured championship and look forward to high-level competition.”
Ashton Eligon, President of the Trinidad & Tobago Automobile Sports Association (TTASA), commented: “TTASA is excited to join this regional championship, which will showcase Caribbean talent and unite our racing community. This is a major step forward for motorsport in the region, and we are proud to be involved.”
Championship Schedule and First Events
The championship officially kicks off with its first events on February 16, 2025, in Barbados and Guyana. Qualifying events will run concurrently with regular national drag racing events through November 2025, before pausing for the Christmas break. The highly anticipated Championship Final will then take place in Jamaica in January 2026.
A Message from the JMMC
Stephen Gunter, Chairman of the Jamaica Millennium Motoring Club (JMMC), which spearheaded the CDRC, shared: “I am thrilled to celebrate the launch of the CDRC. This initiative showcases the dedication and passion of our motorsport community and strengthens regional collaboration. We are confident that this championship will set a new standard for drag racing in the Caribbean and provide an exciting spectacle for fans and racers alike. Let the races begin.”
Conclusion
With the launch of the CDRC, the Caribbean’s motorsport community takes a significant step forward, offering a premier platform for drag racers to compete at the highest level. This championship not only highlights the region’s motorsport talent but also strengthens the bonds between participating nations. As the countdown to the first events begins, excitement is building for what promises to be an electrifying championship season.
For more information, updates, and event schedules, follow the CDRC on social media, visit our official website caribbeandrag.racing or email us at info@caribbeandrag.racing
