Peters strikes gold, Murrell-Ross takes bronze for Grenada at CAC Games

by Michael Bascombe

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, Aug 6, 2026 - Anderson Peters delivered Grenada’s first medal of the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games on Thursday, winning the men’s javelin throw with a mark of 83.95 metres.

Peters secured the gold ahead of Costa Rica’s Ivan Sibaja, who threw 82.15m, while Colombia’s Billy Julio claimed the bronze with 81.02m.

Keshorn Walcott of Trinidad and Tobago had moved into third place with a second-round effort of 80.92m but was later displaced by Julio and had to settle for fourth.

Peters’ winning throw fell just short of the Games record of 84.91m, set by Cuba’s Guillermo Martinez in Cartagena, Colombia, on July 25, 2006.

Kelsie Murrell-Ross later added Grenada’s second medal of the day, taking bronze in the women’s shot put with a 16.92m throw. It was the best of her four legal throws.

Rosa Ramirez gave the host nation another gold medal with a winning effort of 18.90m, while Cuba’s Dianelis Delis secured silver with 18.57m.

On the track, Nazzio John finished sixth in the men’s 200 metres final in 21.01 seconds.

Jose Figueroa of Puerto Rico won the title in 19.98 seconds, with the Dominican Republic’s Alexander Ogando taking silver in 20.47. Aaron Charles of Trinidad and Tobago collected the bronze in 20.63.

Jamaica’s Tyquendo Tracey finished fourth in 20.66, followed by compatriot Kadrian Goldson in 20.73.

Walters faces surgery but remains upbeat after Glasgow crash

by Michael Bascombe

LONDON, UK, August 3, 2026 – UK-based Grenadian cyclist Red Walters will undergo surgery on the broken collarbone he sustained during the men’s 10km scratch race final at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Walters was involved in a major crash at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome on Saturday and later underwent X-rays, which confirmed the break.

He initially believed that surgery might not be necessary because the fracture was not displaced. However, after returning home and undergoing a further assessment, Walters confirmed on Monday that he would require an operation.

“Just an update, I can confirm I will need surgery,” he told GrenadaSports.

Walters said his father flew to Glasgow on Sunday morning before they travelled home together later that day. He went to the hospital today for further X-rays and diagnosis.

Despite the setback, Walters does not believe he will necessarily be out of competition for an extended period.

“Not necessarily,” he said when asked if he expected to be sidelined for some time. “Normally, the recovery time is quite quick once it is plated. If anything, it is quicker to have the surgery than if I let it heal naturally.”

Walters said he knows other cyclists who returned to training soon after undergoing similar procedures.

“I’ve had friends who were back to training indoors after one week, and racing not that much longer after that,” he said.

Although he must now undergo surgery and begin his recovery, Walters remains optimistic about returning to the bike.

Lindon Victor deserves Grenada’s highest recognition

by Michael Bascombe

Lindon Victor has done enough to be recognised among Grenada’s most distinguished citizens.

His victory in the decathlon at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow completed a remarkable hat-trick, following his gold medals on the Gold Coast in 2018 and in Birmingham in 2022.

Winning the Commonwealth title once is an outstanding achievement. Winning it three consecutive times, over eight years, is historic.

Victor’s record extends far beyond the Commonwealth Games. He won bronze at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest and followed that with another bronze medal at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Earlier in his career, he was a two-time NCAA Division I decathlon champion at Texas A&M University.

This is a sustained record of excellence at the highest levels of international sport.

The decathlon is often described as the ultimate test of the complete athlete. Over two days, competitors contest 10 events: the 100 metres, long jump, shot put, high jump, 400 metres, 110-metre hurdles, discus, pole vault, javelin, and 1,500 metres.

It demands speed, strength, endurance, technique, discipline, and mental toughness. One poor performance can undo months of preparation.

Victor has accepted that challenge year after year and established himself among the world’s finest multi-event athletes.

It is therefore time for the relevant authorities in Grenada to give serious consideration to appointing him as a Companion of the Order of Grenada.

The honour recognises distinguished achievement and service that brings international prestige to the country. Victor has unquestionably done that.

Whenever he competes, Grenada’s flag is displayed on the world stage. Whenever he reaches the podium, the country’s name is placed before an international audience. His achievements have brought pride and positive recognition to Grenadians at home and throughout the diaspora.

The Companion of the Order of Grenada has been awarded to distinguished citizens, including Sir Daniel Williams, Baroness Rosalind Howells, Johnson Beharry, and Olympic champion Kirani James.

Victor has earned the right to be considered among them.

This is not simply a reaction to his latest gold medal. It is a recommendation based on years of sacrifice, consistency, and historic achievement.

Too often, athletes receive their greatest recognition only after retirement. Grenada should not wait.

Honouring Victor while he is still competing would send a powerful message to young athletes that sustained excellence and service through sport are valued by the nation.

There will undoubtedly be other worthy nominations, but Victor’s name should be placed firmly before those responsible for Grenada’s national honours.

He has carried the flag with pride, represented the country with dignity, and earned his place in Grenada’s history.

Lindon Victor deserves to be appointed a Companion of the Order of Grenada.

Victor second in Decathlon; Peters advances to Javelin final

by Michael Bascombe

GLASGOW, Scotland, July 30, 2026 – Defending champion Lindon Victor was in second place after the opening three events of the men’s decathlon at the Commonwealth Games on Thursday.

After completing the 100 metres, long jump, and shot put, the Grenadian had accumulated 2,685 points.

Canada’s Damian Warner led the competition with 2,765 points, holding an 80-point advantage over Victor.

The decathletes will contest two more events on Thursday—the high jump and 400 metres—before completing the remaining five events on Friday.

Grenada also secured a place in the final of the men’s javelin throw through Anderson Peters.

The two-time world champion produced a qualifying throw of 81.29 metres, the second-best mark of the preliminary round. Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage led the qualifiers with 82.84m.

Peters will be joined in Friday’s final by two other Caribbean athletes. Bahamian Keshawn Strachan qualified with 78.60m, while Trinidad and Tobago’s former Olympic champion Keshorn Walcott advanced with 78.26m.

Jamaica’s Elvis Graham failed to qualify for the 12-man final after recording 65.07m.

Meanwhile, Jamara Patterson’s campaign in the women’s 400 metres ended in the semi-finals.

The Grenadian finished third in Heat 3 in 52.92 seconds but did not secure one of the two non-automatic qualifying places for the final.

Nigeria’s Ella Onojuvwevwo won the heat in 51.47, with Wales’ Charlotte Henrich finishing second in 52.13. Both advanced automatically.

Jamaica’s Dejanea Oakley recorded the fastest qualifying time of 51.18, while Barbados’ Sada Williams also progressed after clocking 51.85. They will be the Caribbean’s representatives in the women’s 400m final.

Walters makes history as Grenada’s first Commonwealth Games para-athlete

by Ronald Charles, Coach

GLASGOW, Scotland, July 30, 2026 - Nickel Walters became the first Grenadian para-athlete to compete at the Commonwealth Games when he represented the country in the men’s F42–64 discus.

His appearance was an important moment for Grenada’s Paralympic movement and another sign of the progress being made in developing para sports at home.

Walters competed in difficult weather conditions but still produced a personal-best performance. The event brought together athletes from different classifications, with the final standings determined through the Raza points system.

Discus is not Walters’ main event. He would have preferred to compete in the javelin, but that event was not included on the programme. He therefore accepted the challenge of competing in the discus and made the most of the opportunity.

“I am happy and grateful for the opportunity,” Walters said after the competition. “Although I wasn’t able to compete in my best event, the javelin, I adapted to the discus and gave it my best.”

His willingness to compete outside his preferred event, while representing Grenada at this level for the first time, made the occasion even more meaningful.

Walters’ participation also marks another important step for Grenada’s Paralympic programme. The country has now been represented at most of the world’s major para-sport competitions, providing a foundation on which the national programme can continue to build.

The achievement should also help to bring greater attention to Grenada’s para-athletes and the support they need to train, compete and develop.

Walters leaves the Games with a personal best and a place in Grenada’s sporting history. Most importantly, he has opened the door for other Grenadian para-athletes to follow.