05/09/2025
🌟 From First Steps to Legendary Recognition 🌟
When Ruthven Kurbanali II of Unit Trust Corporation laced up for his very first CariFin Games, few could have predicted the impact he would make.
With determination and raw talent, he tackled the 1 Lap Savannah (18:00), the Green Mile (6:11), and the Chancellor Challenge (17:47) — pushing himself through every stride, every breath, every cheer from the sidelines. The result? A 2nd place finish in the Best of 3 Challenge 🏆.
But the story doesn’t end there. On the stage, as Ruthven received his prize, history seemed to meet the future. Standing before him was Curtis Cox — Trinidad & Tobago’s greatest road runner, a 4-time CariFin Cross Country Champion, and a Legend of the Games. The symbolism was powerful: a newcomer being recognized by a legend, a torch quietly passing from one generation to the next.
For Ruthven, this moment was more than medals and times. It was about making his family proud, bringing honor to his institution, and proving to himself that he belongs among the best. And while silver shines bright today, it’s also a promise — of improvement, recognition, and bragging rights still to be claimed.
✨ This is what CariFin is all about: dreams taking shape, legends inspiring new stars, and the journey to becoming more than you thought possible.