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That's a result that will worry the rest of the league. To go to Belle Vue and win by 10 without either Doyle or Sayfutdinov at their best is a huge statement. Pretty clear that if this side stays fit and available that they'll cruise to the title, I'd be surprised if they lose more than a handful of meetings. Fair play to their management for putting it together.

So students get in for £12.00 but no concessions for pensioners , Were these prices worked out by Rachael Reeves by any chance???..

Too much of Danny’s ippo career the expectations on him have been higher than his level, he’s never been a proper 1 or 5 in the top league but he’s had to be that and then overly criticised when come up short - now he’s not got the burden of those unrealistic expectations should go along quite nicely this season. Hawkins made a good point with king riding at 2 the majority of his rides come earlier in the meeting on a grippier track which will suit him also Great start last night for him and the team 😃

Adams comments about bike set ups, I am no mechanic but just how much of a set up does it need for almost every rider to consistently miss the gate over 15 Heats ?, we are talking professional speedway riders here not some 16 year old just starting out, we know Perry Barr is a gaters track so they need to sort it out for the next home meeting, next Monday would have been ideal to have held the Alan Grahame meeting either as an individual meeting or a team meeting to get some much needed competitive practice in, but what do we have? we have a National Development meeting, someone at Brum needs to get the priorities right.

Everybody knows why you won it last year. You’ll need to jump on someone else’s poor luck again this time otherwise you won’t stand a cat in hells chance.

Oh good. Hope you enjoyed it 😁

And not surprisingly absent so far. 😆

Does it take an absolute age once you hit “submit reply” for posts to upload for anyone else?

2019. Statement from Panthers: http://www.speedwaygbarchive.co.uk/news.php?extend.36139

First team meeting for me since Leicester Vs Sheffield in late August 2023, and of course first time back at KL since June 2023. Different perspective standing on turn 4 for the first time. The track was just how the Lynn boys would’ve wanted it, smooth, consistent and the starts ripped. I would like to see a bit more dirt on the track and maybe scratch the outside line to give a bit more grip but Bomber certainly found the pace. His style suits Lynn so well by letting the bike run deep into the corner and turning it hard and getting his wheels in line quicker than anyone else - such a difficult skill. I only wish I could’ve got him over the line when I was there! You can only beat what’s in front of you and I fully expect Lynn to go through after Thursday, but it was great to see them start with a strong win. As so many have said, much bigger tests to come but I really look like the look of this side, I pray it’s finally Lynns year for some silverware, although I fear our ‘friends’ in Suffolk will have a lot to say about that. Final point - Good to see a solid crowd. Whilst the racing wasn’t the best (Bomber aside) winning will keep these crowds going - let’s hope for more of the same next Monday against Belle Vue - reserves will be difference again in that one I hope.

But this year, under the new semi final draw system... They will be pretty much guaranteed to face Ipswich in the semi....😀 So will get a massive crowd...😜

Since it opened in 2016 you’ve lost three opening meetings at home and won 5 including last year against Sheffield. That isn’t doing what you “do most” is it?

This could be the one I make a return to the terraces for one night only.

Bloody brilliant! When our top 2 wasn't even firing at full tilt and we can win by 10 away at BV. OUTSTANDING King gets a lot of criticism by me more than most but last night he set the tone for his season. Of course he will have off matches but at 2 if he can get 6+ most matches we will have a very good season. Thompson just kicking on again!! Leicester must be fuming they've let him go

So pleased for Danny King, he gets so much undeserved flak on here but proved the doubters wrong yet again.

They could easily work around Poland. For example the Polish final is held over 3 rounds, I'm pretty sure there won't be any Extraliga matches on those 3 Sundays. Could have chosen to hold any of the British Final / British Semi final / Championship riders Championship / Championship Pairs / Premiership riders Championship / England vs Australia test match / Premiership Pairs / Championship Fours. With so many clubs having so few fixtures, I can't understand why they don't hold more of these "shared events" - well I do, it's about money. But I can remember when there were packed crowds at Coventry / Peterborough / Somerset for the British Final / Fours / Pairs, seems such a shame that this is no longer the case.

Track was way to slick for any real racing but and it’s a big but Birmingham were left at the tapes in nearly all the races and that was the difference, rew battled hard for his points, musielak was poor except one race, Edward’s started well but faded, zagar never looked like winning a race, voulas battled for minor places, MJJ didnt really look competitive even when placed, jeppersen was competitive and at least got a race win , Birmingham will not be this bad again but they need some home track advantage and I suggest the management start by ripping up the starts like a ploughed field

Only two things can stop Ipswich from cleaning up this year. 1. Injuries and 2. Poland withdrawing Emil's starting permission. Doyley and Emil weren't firing at all tonight and Ipswich still won by 10 which goes to show how strong they are in every department. Best British side assembled since the old Sky Sports Elite League Days imo.

And our old friend @AceBelle laughed at both of these posts. 😁

Not as Farcical as running it during the season when half the field are second strings.

https://ipswichwitches.co/raceday-guide-belle-vue-h/ Reluctant to say this is a formality because sometimes you can end up looking stupid, but in reality this SHOULD be pretty straightforward to progress to the next round. Zach far far better here than his brother was so Belle Vue will be stronger here this year so expecting a decent contest. Always good watching Kurtz around Foxhall, really fast here.

There was some kind of "episode" a few years ago on the eve of the season with Buster at Peterborough wasn't there?

I think the post is referring to Brum being rolled over?

At least he rode for the Aces in both the semi AND the final... Rather than helping knock out the team he rode for in the semi, in the final!!.. With neither team actually being his...

Not to mention the year when they had to get Robert lambert in.

It remains to be seen how he will fare over the season but I am not a Lewis Kerr fan and would rather have had Dan T who is an improving rider.

I watched on the stream. It looked very concerning for Birmingham fans. MJJ surprised me with his comments on Sunday that he had come to the UK for some fun & if he enjoys riding his bike he will stay for abit longer ? Which fits into the rumours he is only in the UK until May. He certainly rode last night like he was only here for a casual fun ride on his bike .

Only when we lose haha

Jenkins used to ride at Peterborough and in my opinion is good on the bigger bowl like tracks. There is a video of him riding in 2023 for Peterborough v Sheffield and he is blasting round beating a lot of supposidly better riders.

That's what press & practice day is for... it's just a shame that 1 particular rider didn't show and then went on to only score 2 points, you reap what you sow, maybe he thought it wasn't worth it as he'll be off by the end of next month. Fail to prepare... prepare to fail!

I personally don't think you could expect more from Mulford. He beat Jenkins once & lost to him twice, who else in the Ipswich team is he likely to beat? The fact he beat a stronger RS once is a positive for me.

Battle for 5th? Who do you see below these two to finish 7th?

Hopefully we get to race lynn in the semi final. But a shame it couldn’t be the final. imagine the crowds and atmosphere if Ipswich met Lynn in a playoff final !!!!

Some managers are more ruthless than others. Someone like Middlo would replace a rider when 20 points up, because he wants to win by 22 points. Ruthless maybe but he gets the results.

Bang on. But you'd imagine that Lyon has already thought of that what with him being so highly thought of by Lynn fans.

For Lynn to have a successful season, then they need to be prepared to drop Boughen from races when he's done no wrong. While it may seem harsh, no point in having a powerhouse reserve if he doesn't get extra rides. So far the TM got it spot on. If the aggregate points are already won or lost before heat 14s, give Boughen his 4th ride then.

I didn't rate Belle Vue as highly as some, but still expected them to be better at home. If Ipswich can win at Belle Vue, they can win anywhere.

Based on Peter Schroeck's pre season comments, he seems to think Riss is a number 1 or 5! OXFORD boss Peter Schroeck believes that Erik Riss can be a huge star “once he realises how good he is”. “He’s a top rider and in the right environment we get the most out of him, as he showed last year. “Once Erik realises how good he is, he will be even better. We are very lucky to have him back on board and I am obviously delighted.” I know managers have to talk up their team, but if they really believe they have a strong side, could be in for a rude awakening.

Early days but that's a big old statement win for the Twitches.

Bloomin eck, what a result. Well done to the lads, and especially Dan

Now that's a huge monkey off the teams back. An away win at Belle Vue

Just had a quick flick back,, plenty of posts deleted 🤣

But what a weekend 🤪. It's the only GP we've attended where the Speedway is an added bonus and you have to remember to attend. And if you really don't like crap tracks and racing then you must really struggle watching racing over here .

Don’t know why the brummies wouldn’t have had someone like Sedgmen at reserve instead of Vuolas. Similar average and would fancy sedgy to score 8/9 a meeting from there. I know that’s the least of their issues.

Had a great night. Looked quick which is great to see. Looks fit most importantly.

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I was happy with that. I know the rain was not ideal but the races kept coming & the quick thinking to adjust the schedule kept the flow. It was all finished by 8:15 a very efficient meeting. Credit to all involved on & off the track. Lets hope the SRBF got of to a solid start for the season.

Oh stop complaining! 😉 😂

Probably to do with Poland 🇵🇱

Over the years the powers that be have made some weird decisions but this one tops the lot ! Holding a major riders championship before many clubs will have even started their season Words fail me