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No sign of Star this week.

Think the pressure of the sport gets to him quite a lot of the time ,so maybe the break will help.I think he has probably realised his level.Never mentioned if he had employment this year.

That’s Cook though,he has mental issues hovering over him.His main one is that he is not as good as he thinks he is.There is always something to make an excuse about.

at least he is getting a decent Christmas Lunch. and a few more !!

Excellent Post.100% agree.

Very difficult to get a deliberate difference in the Standards of the leagues these days,not enough Top Men and can’t see that changing in the near future.

I agree about 41point limit.There Will be some Teams stronger than others,but that’s happened in the past it’s the entertainment factor that matters.Dropping riders to suit points limit is not the way forward.

He was thinking self interest as usual with BSPA.

It’s been proved many times averages don’t lie.There have been a few exceptions but mainly from up and coming riders.IMO

agree ,and at his age and with previous injuries not a great decision to race again IMO. Wish him the best of luck though.

Was never a fan of him, thought he was overrated ,but after listening to him it was obvious he liked the Continent for his racing style.It also highlighted the standard of rider he was up against in GB and was overshadowed a bit,he certainly knew how to promote himself to the Max and had a great career in the sport.I agree with his assessment of how the sport has went in GB.Got the impression he disliked Reg Fearman and after reading his book ,I came to the conclusion that he(Fearman) no interest in Promoting the sport, he was a cash in and get out at most of his ventures.

Given the perceived shortage of riders,and the farce of many riders “ doubling up as well as guesting” would one league not be the sensible answer for the sport in GB promoting the the young talent into the league. Revamp and start again is the answer IMO.

Good interview from John Davis, his straight talking is what I like.

The Polish League’s are going to be pretty competitive regarding signing Foreign Riders any Brits fancying their chances of decent money there compared to Home in GB better watch what they are signing up too.IMO There have been a few ripped off over the years( and they were top men).

Thanks

Where can I find these interviews? Please.

Given the average age of a speedway supporter, I fear attendances will struggle to return to normal after this pandemic.Age and Employment will be a big factor.Certainly can’t afford to charge the current admission prices if they “ water down “the Leagues like they are hinting.While I am not against a revamp with young riders given their chances ,but they should not be paying “ silly money for them to ride,things have to put into perspective.IMO.

That’s probably above the normal attendance level at most Tracks, so we should be OK then to return to normal.

Always a good read,I enjoy the winter articles,brings back memories.

Mine arrived today.

Some teams might need changes ,but is their any justification for changing points limit.Personally I don’t think so.

He did.

Agree,that type of situation is not an isolated incident.I know of a few examples where the Promoters with the most “influence “ on BSPA have tried to “pull a fast one” regarding use of riders and rules.

The people making the day to day decisions have proved they can’t see the problems in the sport.That’s why nothing will change for the better.It’s “their ball though” and nobody else is getting a look in.Personaly can’t see much of a revival happening in the sport.(happy to be proved wrong though).

I agree,They don’t seem to understand how “Mickey Mouse” the sport looks to outsiders.Independent Body is the the first thing that needs sorting,but that will never happen.IMO. You only have to look at Godfrey he is happy running all the amateur meetings all through the year generating income “stuff the rest of them” I’m all right attitude.