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Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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BMRA Youth Talent Drive & St. John Ambulance Showdown
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The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association has launched a dedicated recruitment drive for young riders, while also gearing up to settle "unfinished business" at the St. John Ambulance Trophy races this weekend.
BMRA President David Jones Sr confirmed that the association is actively seeking aspiring racers aged between eight and 14 as part of its grassroots development pathway.
Under the initiative, young participants will be introduced to Mayor MotoGP 110cc race bikes and evaluated through structured, controlled riding courses. The programme focuses on key fundamentals, testing candidates on:
Riding ability and throttle control
Balance and agility
Track confidence
Discipline and following track instructions
Prospective riders are required to already know how to handle a pedal bicycle or an e-bike before entering the controlled courses.
The BMRA is also exploring the introduction of a dedicated e-bike racing category. The proposed class aims to teach young competitors machine control, track awareness, and safe, responsible riding within a secure racing environment.
Sessions are scheduled to take place every Saturday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Alongside the youth recruitment drive, attention shifts to competitive circuit action this Sunday, 4 October, with the staging of the St. John Ambulance Trophy races.
Billed by the association as a showdown to settle unfinished business from earlier in the season, the event gets under way from 2:00 PM sharp.
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Sunday, September 27, 2026
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Clean Sweeps Highlight Opening Day at Southside
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The Bermuda Karting Association opened its 2026-2027 RUBIS Energy Karting Championship in emphatic fashion at Southside Motor Sports Park, where a demanding opening day of racing was defined by a string of faultless clean sweeps across the field.
Competitors returned to the East End circuit keen to establish an early benchmark, and several drivers wasted little time laying down a marker for the campaign ahead by completing immaculate hat-tricks across their respective heats.
Nathan DeCosta set the standard in the TAG Senior class, delivering a clinical performance to seize victory in all three heats. His composure through traffic and sustained race pace left his rivals searching for answers on an afternoon where track conditions demanded absolute precision.
The junior categories proved equally decisive. Tanner Correia mounted an imperious display in the TAG Juniors, dictating the tempo from the front to bag three straight wins. In the Cadet division, Mason Sousa mirrored that authority, showcasing sharp racecraft to secure a clean sweep of victories and establish an immediate advantage in the youth standings.
Experience came to the fore in the four-stroke machinery, where seasoned competitor Jason North was in peerless form among the L206 Seniors. North executed three calculated drives to sweep his division, keeping potential challengers at bay with consistent lap times across each contest.
The premier shifter classes brought fierce high-speed action to the tarmac. Ryan Rebello stamped his authority on the KZ Shifter category, steering clear of any early-season gremlins to take maximum points courtesy of a flawless trio of race triumphs.
The KZ Masters offered the day's only split honours, staging a gripping duel between Rian Lindo and Jason DeCouto. Lindo held the upper hand through the initial stages, claiming victory in the opening two heats with assured drives under pressure. However, DeCouto struck back in the final outing, producing a determined performance to deny his rival a sweep and capture the remaining chequered flag.
With the first round in the books, the series moves forward with setting the title pace firmly established across the board, promising an intense winter of competitive racing ahead.
Click Here to see the Full Bermuda Karting Association 2026-2027 RUBIS Energy Karting Championship Race Day One Results
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Monday, September 21, 2026
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BMRA Launches Youth Rider Trial Camp at Southside
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The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association (BMRA) has launched a nationwide hunt for the island’s next generation of motorsport talent, staging an open Youth Rider Trial Camp this Saturday at the Bermuda Motorsports Park in St David's.
Open to boys and girls aged eight to 14, the four-hour session—running from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM—offers aspiring racers an official gateway into organized track competition.
Participants will get hands-on experience aboard the purpose-built MIR GP110 race machine, taking on structured, controlled circuits designed to assess core fundamentals. Evaluators will closely monitor:
Riding ability and throttle discipline
Balance, body positioning, and machine control
Agility through tight technical sections
Track confidence and track awareness
Ability to take on technical coaching and follow safety instructions
The stakes are high for the young hopefuls on track: at the conclusion of the camp, six standout riders will be selected for coveted spots in the official BMRA Youth Development Programme.
The sole prerequisite for entry is that riders must already be competent and confident on either a standard pedal bicycle or an electric bike.
Alongside the talent identification trials, the BMRA is actively exploring the addition of a dedicated e-bike category to its developmental ranks.
The proposed initiative aims to bridge grassroots riding and competitive circuit racing, focusing on:
Safe, structured racing inside a controlled circuit environment
Correct machine dynamics, handling, and cornering technique
Safe and responsible road habits transferable to street riding
Racecraft, overtaking etiquette, and flag awareness
The initiative represents an accessible, structured pathway for young enthusiasts looking to test their mettle on two wheels and potentially take their first steps towards a competitive motorsport career.
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Sunday, September 20, 2026
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Divine Battles Treacherous Conditions at Historic Assen
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Aeziah Divine embraced the demanding, unpredictable elements at the iconic TT Circuit Assen as round seven of the R&G British Talent Cup got underway in the Netherlands.
The young rider delivered two committed, resilient rides across the weekend, navigating fluctuating weather, interrupted sessions, and challenging tyre choices to secure a pair of hard-earned points finishes at the 'Cathedral of Speed'.
Reflecting on tackling one of motorsport's most celebrated venues, Divine remained upbeat despite the relentless curveballs thrown up by the Dutch weather.
"It’s awesome being back at the iconic TT Circuit Assen for the seventh round," Divine said. "It’s been a wet start so far with conditions changing. We’ve had a qualifying that was cut short and race one with wet tyres on a dry track, but we are improving."
Divine found himself on the back foot early on Saturday after a rain-affected qualifying session was curtailed, leaving him 15th on the grid for Race One.
However, faced with an evolving surface that rapidly dried out beneath wet-weather rubber, Divine showed maturity beyond his years. The youngster managed tyre degradation masterfully over the 13-lap contest, picking off riders ahead to gain three places and take the chequered flag in 12th position with a total time of 26 minutes 15.203 seconds.
Sunday's shorter 11-lap sprint brought another tactical test in changing conditions. Divine dug deep in a tightly bunched midfield battle, keeping clean throughout to cross the line in 14th place, clocking 20:25.849.
The pair of solid results at Assen marks another progressive step in Divine’s campaign, demonstrating both race craft and adaptability as the championship heads into its closing stages.
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Monday, September 14, 2026
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BMRA Host St. John’s Ambulance Trophy Races
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Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association Gears Up for Annual St. John’s Ambulance Trophy Races
High-octane excitement returns this weekend as the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association (BMRA) hosts its annual St. John’s Ambulance Trophy road races on Sunday, September 20th.
BMRA President David Jones Sr. announced that spectators can expect a full afternoon of "fast and furious" action on the track, beginning sharply at 2:00 PM.
The day's competition will showcase a diverse range of machinery and talent, starting with the emerging youth in the Mir MiniGP 110cc Academy. The program will also feature the competitive Street Bike class, before ramping up the pace with the ultra-fast Kawasaki Ninja 400s.
Adding to the afternoon's schedule is a special demonstration by a drag bike capable of exceeding speeds of 90 mph.
Gates open to the public at 1:00 PM. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12, and free for seniors.
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