The Montego Bay Racing Association (MRA) celebrated the achievements of its 2025 season with a formal prize-giving ceremony on Saturday, February 28, hosted at the Toyota Jamaica showroom. The event served a dual purpose: to honor competitors and to unveil an ambitious expansion strategy for the 2026 racing season.
According to MRA representative Mark-Anthony March, the gathering was designed as a formal appreciation event for drivers, providing an environment for them to socialize with friends, family, and fans while receiving quality trophies. The association also distributed tokens of appreciation to sponsors and partners who supported the racing events throughout the season.
The ceremony achieved significant success with strong attendance from competitors, their families, and corporate partners. A particularly memorable moment occurred when regular competitor Alan Chen received a trophy in front of his children for the first time in his racing career.
Looking toward 2026, the MRA announced groundbreaking developments for the organization. The association revealed plans to establish its first-ever championship series that will crown an overall champion competitor based on cumulative performance across multiple events.
The expanded 2026 calendar will feature six events, including a strategic move beyond sprint racing into rally sport. The championship will incorporate both sprint events and two rally competitions, with drivers earning bonus points for participating in multiple disciplines. The sprint events will maintain their mixed surface format of tarmac and dirt courses, while the rally component will include a one-day event in Frome, Westmoreland, and a two-day international rally to conclude the racing season.
In regulatory updates, the MRA announced the elimination of the JC1 class from future competitions. March characterized the upcoming season as “a properly action-packed year for the MRA,” signaling an exciting new chapter for Jamaican motorsports.