Book on Mr Solo’s Ken Charles out next month
Mr Solo Too driver Ken Charles. - Photo courtesy Ronald Daniel
THE journey of TT powerboat stalwart Ken Charles will be highlighted in a 193-page book – Mr Solo the Legendary Ken Charles.
The author is Clifford Narinesingh, who has written many books on sporting icons.
The book, which includes colour photographs, will be available by the middle or third week of June at bookstores nationwide and at www.digitalcanopi.com. The hard cover books cost $225.
In a release, the Royards Publishing Company said, “Ken Charles’ story recounts one whose impact both in business and sport at the national level is significant for all times. It tells of a career that acts as a catalyst for all human endeavours. His path to success has been propelled through passion, determination, resilience and courage to achieve.”
Mr Solo Too mechanic Narace Kokie Ramdhanie. - TT POWERBOAT ASSOCIATION FACEBOOK PAGE
LEGENDARY TT powerboat team Mr Solo Too lost another member as mechanic Narace “Kokie” Ramdhanie has died.
A post on the TT Powerboat Association (TTPBA) Facebook page said, “The TTPBA is saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Narace Ramdhanie, fondly known as “Kokie.”
Ramdhanie was a member of Mr Solo Too for over 40 years. “Kokie has been with the Mr Solo race team since 1980 in the capacity of lead mechanic where he has been part of 13 Great Race victories. He was always a pleasure to be around and had a wonderful sense of humour. Kokie you will be missed. Rest In Peace.”