The long-awaited Bayrock Track and Field Stadium at Wismar, Linden, Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice) is set to be officially opened on January 31, 2026.
A team led by Sport Ministers Charles Ramson Jr and Steven Jacobs travelled to the mining town on Saturday to inspect the facility ahead of the opening.
This publication understands that all the major works, including the installation of seats and the installation of the track, have been completed, with only some minor work expected to be completed within the next week.
The construction of the facility commenced in 2023 after the contract was awarded to Builders Hardware and Supplies to the tune of $179 million. The project was scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024, but encountered major setbacks.
After more than a year, the installation of the synthetic surface commenced in March 2025 and was supposed to be completed within 30 days.
The Bayrock Track and Field Stadium features a modern synthetic track, an integrated football field, spectator stands, security fencing, and drainage with the aim of being a key hub for athletics and football, decentralising sports facilities beyond the capital and supporting talent development with facilities for training, events, and community use.
Only recently, Minister Jacobs , during an update on the progress of sport in Guyana, stated that the country was set to experience a transformative period in sports, culture, and youth development as the Government rolled out an ambitious five-year strategic plan.
He highlighted that the Government’s plan includes a range of state-of-the-art sporting infrastructure projects across the country.
Key developments include the Anna Regina Stadium, the Bayrock Synthetic Track, the Mackenzie Stadium, the New Amsterdam Synthetic Track, and new multipurpose facilities in Regions One, Seven, Eight, and Nine.
Beyond regional facilities, Jacobs revealed plans for new, high-profile sporting infrastructure to bolster Guyana’s international sporting profile.
These include a modern velodrome, a 15,000-capacity indoor arena for sports and entertainment, a high-performance training centre for athletes, and a new cricket academy at Albion to nurture the next generation of cricket talent.
He noted that the upcoming Palmyra facility in Region Six would further position Guyana as a hub for international tournaments, as it would be equipped with modern fields and lighting systems designed to meet global standards.
Additionally, the badminton and table tennis facility at the Racket Centre will create a nurturing ecosystem for future athletes.
Jacobs emphasised that these initiatives are more than just infrastructure projects – they are strategic investments in the country’s youth and sporting future.
He further added that with these plans, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport was not only shaping the nation’s sporting future but also reinforcing Guyana’s commitment to its people and culture.
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