Just like the football. 2 horse race.

Not voluntarily,but could of brought it on himself by excessive financial demands, however will probably get a team spot due to injuries in the season.

i dont think so .

Has mpt retired?

They used to stage the Easter Trophy as a qualifier for the Scottish Cup, which was held later in the season.  The winners of the Easter Trophy were seeded directly to the Scottish Cup Final, while the losers qualified as the highest-scoring runners-up.

He wasn't scoring/riding that well when he got banned.... even with his recreational help?