Barbados Turf Club and Total Performance Data sign historic partnership
Total Performance Data (TPD) has signed a long-term agreement with the Barbados Turf Club (BTC) to deploy its world-leading GPS tracking, automated timing, and live race graphics system at the iconic Garrison Savannah racecourse.
This marks a transformative moment for racing in Barbados and extends TPD’s international racecourse coverage to 16 countries worldwide.
Following months of collaborative preparation, this agreement reinforces TPD’s mission to modernise global racing through precision data, dynamic visual storytelling, and actionable performance insights.
Since its founding, TPD has operated in exclusive partnership with GMAX Technology Ltd., whose cutting-edge GMAX Race System was designed and developed in Cambridge (UK). The system tracks every horse in real time, delivering highly accurate data including:
- Live speed and sectional timing
- Exact positional tracking
- Stride length and frequency
- Running order and performance metrics
- Fully automated race timing
On race days, lightweight GPS trackers are securely fitted into each saddlecloth by trained operators. These devices transmit positional data ten times per second before, during, and after each race, ensuring unparalleled accuracy and reliability.
The low-latency data stream powers broadcast graphics, on-course displays, digital platforms, and in-race analytics—providing fans, bettors, broadcasters, and racing professionals with a richer, more immersive experience.
With the system set to go live across BTC’s competitive year-round calendar, racegoers will benefit from enhanced real-time graphics and deeper post-race analysis. Major fixtures including the Midsummer Classic Raceday and the Barbados Derby Raceday will showcase the full capabilities of TPD’s platform.
Beyond fan engagement, the partnership unlocks new commercial, broadcast, and digital opportunities for Barbadian racing, positioning the jurisdiction at the forefront of modern data-driven sport.
By integrating TPD’s advanced performance technology, Barbados joins a growing network of leading international racing jurisdictions embracing live tracking and analytics as the new industry standard.
This partnership underscores TPD’s commitment to expanding the global reach of performance data innovation—empowering racing stakeholders with deeper insight, stronger integrity frameworks, and next-generation fan engagement tools.
With installation underway, Barbados racing is set to enter a bold new era—powered by precision, performance, and Total Performance Data.
Adam Moore, Director of Racing Partnerships at TPD says:
“The wonderful Garrison Savannah is steeped in history but it’s also plain to see that the Barbados Turf Club team have a dynamic, modern vision for the future as they enter a new phase in their 180+ year journey – a journey we are now delighted to be on.
Passionate local fans, industry participants, international visitors, and broadcast audiences alike will soon experience an enhanced race day viewing experience and have a greater degree of data-led performance information to hand. At TPD, we are proud to support the positive ambitions of unique racecourses and racing jurisdictions around the world and are delighted to add Barbados to the ever-growing list. Many thanks to Rosette Peirce, Kevin Burke, Peter Odle and the entire BTC team for their collaboration to date and valued future partnership.”
Kevin Burke, President, Barbados Turf Club says: “As part of our review to improve our audio-visual presentation and to replace our timing system, Total Performance Data has presented us with a comprehensive solution.
Their proposal combines advanced timing technology with enhanced presentation capabilities, designed to deliver greater accuracy, reliability, and audience engagement.”
About Barbados Turf Club
Barbados Turf Club (BTC) is located at the historic Garrison Savannah, close to the capital, Bridgetown, home of racing in Barbados since 1845. Today, BTC hosts a vibrant, year-round racing calendar comprising 23 annual fixtures. Highlights include the Coolmore and Tanglewood Raceday in February, Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup (March), Barbados Guineas (May) Midsummer Classic (June), Barbados Derby (July), and a festive race day on Boxing Day.