Mohamed’s Enterprise pumps $1M into GMMAF ahead of World Championship in Serbia

— Entity says development of combat sports in Guyana crucial

By Clifton Ross

Mohamed’s Enterprise continued their overwhelming support towards sports in Guyana, this time injecting a whopping $1M into the Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GMMAF) ahead of the upcoming World Championships which is set for Belgrade, Serbia from February 9-19.

During Wednesday's presentation at the business's Lombard Street location, Gavin Singh, President of the GMMAF; Federation executive Dr. Sawan Jagnarain; PanAm Bronze medalist Carl Ramsay, and others were present during the handing over of the check by Mo- hamed’s Enterprise boss, Mr. Nazar Mohamed.

The Serbian meet is expected to feature roughly 500 athletes from across 60 countries, breaking ground as the biggest tournament to date.

Guyana was first represented during the IMMAF Amateur World Championship in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) last January. Speaking on the significance of this year's representation, Singh thanked Mr. Mohammed for his gesture towards ensuring the team/ players were well equipped ahead of their trip.

Singh further stated that the competition will greatly add to the experience and structure of Guyana’s current foundation, opening a pathway for further development and expansion of the sport going forward.

Dr. Jagnarain, who echoed similar sentiments, added that the fighters have been in great shape and keenly monitored ahead of the championships.

He said with the International Federation being extremely strict about anti-doping regulations, all participants will be closely monitored with select rules and regulations being applied come competition time.

Flagship sponsor of the Guyana National team, Mr. Mohamed, during his speech, lauded the GMMAF for its vigorous approach in its bid to make Mixed Martial Arts bigger locally and thus internationally recognized as another sport which Guyanese