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Members of the ABDRA, photo by Gaston Browne III
The Caribbean Drag Racing Championship (CDRC) is excited to announce that Antigua Pro Racing (APR) has officially joined the region’s premier drag racing competition.
This inclusion brings the total number of participating countries to eight, joining Barbados, Grenada, Guyana, St Lucia, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, and Jamaica in a significant celebration of regional motorsport excellence.
Stephen Gunter, Chairman of the Jamaica Millennium Motoring Club, which spearheaded the creation of the CDRC, expressed his enthusiasm for the newest addition:
“We are delighted to officially welcome Antigua Pro Racing to the CDRC family. With eight countries now represented, this championship continues to strengthen its goal of uniting Caribbean motorsport communities through healthy, high-level competition.”
The move marks a historic moment for drag racing in Antigua and Barbuda. Gaston A. Browne III, President of the Antigua & Barbuda Drag Racing Association (ABDRA), shared his excitement: “The ABDRA is thrilled to be part of this historic championship in the region. This will definitely boost motorsports development and enhance our overall tourism product here in Antigua.”
Facilitating Antigua’s participation is Antigua Pro Racing, the official National Sporting Authority (ASN) of Motorsports in Antigua & Barbuda, affiliated with the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA).
Carlo Falcone, APR President, stated: “APR is proud to facilitate the inclusion of ABDRA in the CDRC and is committed to assisting motorsport participants in achieving their goals through the safety and technical training that the FIA is known for.”
Karl Belizaire, a member of ABDRA and APR, as well as a drag racing competitor, highlighted the significance of this regional initiative.
“The Caribbean Drag Racing Championship events will reinvigorate drag racing in the region. I support this initiative wholeheartedly as it gives our local dragsters the opportunity to compete regionally among their peers, sanctioned by the recognized motorsports governing body, FIA.”
The global motorsport community has warmly welcomed Antigua’s addition. Chris Elliott, member of the FIA Drag Racing Commission, remarked.
Very good job with sports in Antigua.
Yes. This sports is very popular. You just have to look at the attendance when the meets are held. So good development!
Very interesting
Indeed it is
Can Antigua come out on top? I believe. History at CARIFTA, lets take it further