Category: Sports
Photos: Bermuda Day Race Start In St George’s
The air was charged with excitement and anticipation as athletes and spectators gathered in St. George’s to kick off the Bermuda Day festivities with the highly anticipated Sinclair Packwood Memorial Cycle Race and Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby. The annual event, steeped in tradition and sporting excellence, showcased the strength, endurance,... Read more of this article
Photos: 2023 Bermuda Half Marathon Derby
Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsay were the official winners of the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby this morning [May 26] making their way from St George’s to Bernard’s Park. In a somewhat unusual circumstance, the first runner to cross the line was Dennis Mbelenzi, however he is technically not the winner as he is not a Bermudian or a resident.... Read more of this article
Photos: Fastest Kid On The Rock Event
The ‘Fastest Kid on the Rock’ – which was held on the weekend as the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix – saw some of the island’s top young athletes in action. Related Stories Photos: 2023 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix Event Photo Set 2: 2024 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix Photo Set 1: 2024 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix Photos... Read more of this article
Photos: 2023 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix Event
The USATF Bermuda Grand Prix track and field event captivated spectators as top athletes from around the world gathered at the Flora Duffy Stadium at the National Sports Centre for an extraordinary display of speed, skill, and athleticism. This year marked the second year Bermuda has hosted the event, which was broadcast internationally by NBC Sports.... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Move More Bermuda Games
The ‘Move More Bermuda Senior Games’ was held yesterday afternoon [May 20] at the National Sports Centre, with the event, exclusively open to individuals aged 50 and over, showcasing the athleticism and competitive spirit of older members of the community. The Games were part of this weekend’s track and field events, which will also include... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda-Lorient Pure Ocean Challenge
Three boats looking to beat a 40-year old crossing time between Bermuda and Lorient in the fourth edition of the Pure Ocean Challenge have set off. A spokesperson said, “The long standing crossing time of 12 days 23 hours et 16 minutes was set in 1983 by Eugène Riguidel and Jean-François le Menec, in the catamaran William-Saurin. “Two... Read more of this article
Photos/Video/Results: Winners Edge Road Race
Winners Edge held their first cycling road race of the season yesterday [April 30]. A spokesperson said, “Sanctioned by Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA], Winners Edge hosted the first road race of the season, with ideal conditions and a strong turnout of 53 riders across all categories. The race had to be rerouted due to road works around Tommy Fox... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Squid Pro Quo Swimming Event
The Squid Pro Quo swimming event was held over the weekend, including three separate swims, with dozens of people taking part, including some international visitors. Friday evening saw a one mile swim starting and finishing at Grotto Bay Beach. Saturday included two events: a morning 5K swim starting and finishing at Shark Hole in Harrington Sound and... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & 360: BNG Run For The Arts
Sean Trott and Emma Norman raced to victory in the BNG Run for the Arts 5K. Trott won comfortably clocking a time of 16:53, Shannon Lawrence was second with a time of 17:24, and Will Green finished third clocking 17:54. Norman was the 17th runner to cross the line clocking a time of 20:59, Meg Gutt was the second female finisher and 23rd overall clocking... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Lindo’s Karting Grand Prix Race
The first day of the Lindo’s Grand Prix took place in Hamilton on Saturday. A total of eight classes took to the street course for the event, including KZ and stock Honda shifters, Tag senior and junior, cadet, and 206 senior, and masters. The Bermuda Karting Club wrapped up its 2022-2023 season last weekend, so with the titles confirmed, the club’s... Read more of this article
Photos/Video/Results: MAAC Dash At Dark
The MAAC Dash at Dark took place at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center, with the event held in honour of the late Eoghan Homan, a talented runner who recently died of cancer at only 16-years-old. The 10-11-year-old girls winner was Naomi MacGuinness who clocked 6:14.40, Riana Robinson was second in 6:19.49, and Elena... Read more of this article
Photos/Video/Results: FEI Jumping Challenge
The 2023 FEI Jumping World Challenge took place on Saturday [April 8] at the National Equestrian Center in Devonshire. A spokesperson said, “The FEI Jumping World Challenge [JWC] is indeed a highlight on Bermuda’s equestrian calendar. The competition is unique in that it provides local riders an opportunity to compete internationally without... Read more of this article
