Guyana’s team to the inaugural Caribbean Games in Guadeloupe got off to a bright start after their most decorated regional track and field athlete, Chantoba Bright has created history by becoming the first Guyanese to medal at the games.

Additionally, the 3x3 basketball team won their first match of the competition.

Bright, a multiple medalist at the CARIFTA Games, added Caribbean Games bronze medalist to her resume when she finished third in the long jump event yesterday.

Paola Fernandes of Puerto Rico leapt to the gold medal while Cremadelly Carrion of Cuba snatched the silver.

In basketball, Guyana kicked their 3x3 campaign in a perfect manner as they defeated hosts Guadeloupe yesterday.

The Guyanese prevailed by a 16-10 scoreline. Guyana is scheduled to battle Cuba in their next match.

The games, which commenced on June 29, will conclude tomorrow.

The region’s Under-23 athletes are competing for supremacy in Athletics, 3x3 Basketball, Cycling, Futsal, Netball, Swimming and Judo.

Guyana is being represented in the disciplines of Athletics, 3x3 Basketball and Swimming.