The roar of engines returned to Ferry Reach waters as the Bermuda Power Boat Association (BPBA) launched its 2026 season with a high-octane inshore race day. Nine boats took to the start line, delivering a day of tactical maneuvering and raw speed that saw seasoned pairs and rising stars battle for early-season dominance.
The opening race of the day belonged to the duo of Howard Ascento and Nasaje Anderson. Commanding the D-Class, the pair delivered a clinical performance to secure the overall victory, navigating the chop with precision to finish ahead of a crowded field. They were closely pursued by Ryan Resendes and Jahcai Morris, who claimed second place overall and a hard-fought win in the B-Class. The podium was rounded out by the tandem of Jody and Tony Carreiro, who secured third overall and second in the B-Class standings.
Further down the order, Brandon DeSilva and Blake Burgess dominated the A-Class to finish fourth overall, while Chris Marshall and Jacari Marshall followed in fifth. The A-Class podium was completed by Shane Madeiros and Errin Butterfield. Despite a strong start, the pair of Quincy and Jordan Dowling were unable to join the fray, recording a "Did Not Start" for the first heat.
The narrative shifted dramatically in Race 2. The earlier victors, Ascento and Anderson, suffered a "Did Not Finish," opening the door for the chasing pack. Capitalising on the opportunity, Ryan Resendes and Jahcai Morris improved on their earlier performance to take the overall win and the B-Class honours.
The consistency of Steven Meireles and Tyler Smith was rewarded with a second-place overall finish, followed by Jody and Tony Carreiro, who once again found themselves on the podium in third. In the A-Class, Brandon DeSilva and Blake Burgess maintained their perfect start to the season with another class win, while Chris Marshall and Jacari Marshall mirrored their earlier result to take second in class.
With the first points of 2026 now on the board, the BPBA circuit looks set for a closely contested year. The blend of mechanical reliability and pilot chemistry proved decisive in the variable inshore conditions, setting the stage for a thrilling summer of racing on the Great Sound.
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