Daniel Smith

Is more accurate than the "generalisation" of foreign rider's that people have that is way way of the mark. What I do agree with though, also mentioned earlier is that foreign riders on a lower average than they were assessed on shouldn't be allowed but is that harsh on those assessed on 7+ averages??? Maybe capping their lowest average to 5.00 in both league would be more accurate. If Brits require a helping hand that has to be the way. The Swedes have got it right for next season with Phil Morris Tweeting that Svemo have given all Swedish under 21's a2 point starting average and all Swedes under 25 a 25% average reduction. Will the BSPA grow some balls or continue to hide being the European Law bullsheet

I believe there is a major misconception when it comes to what international riders receive from clubs. There are some extreme examples but in the main most riders from abroad still have to find their own way. It's only the young potential superstars that gets sponsors & clubs throwing stuff at them but that about 2 out of 10. That is no different to potential young British superstars. Tai Woffinden is one example and now potentially Robert Lambert but they still had to work their bloody asses off. You tend to find also that a lots of the sponsorship logos on foreign riders equipment are from abroad anyway and the majority buy their own gear. You regularly hear of foreign riders asking for and getting paid LESS than Brits. Something else that needs clearing up is this nonsense that flights are paid for. Again, there are some extremes but nearly all foreign riders have to pay and organise their own travel expense. It's been that way since the mid to late 90's. The only travel expenses covered are those from base to away track. Whether that's the airport, UK home etc. No different to how the British rider's are treated. Some people don't like Twitter but I can tell you, it's a massive education in attitude differences between Brits & our foreign counterparts. While the Brits like to pee about having great nights out getting off their face chasing birds about the foreign guys are all about advertising themselves, searching sponsorship, searching out clubs, training hard, practising hard, already building equipment for next year etc etc. Truth hurts but it's absolutely correct what someone has put on here earlier. Brits expect it to be handed on a plate and go out and p!ss it up. Here's my opinion. Get off ya lazy ass and go get it done. The hardest working and the best always find a way to the top. IMO the international riders have it tougher but they work harder to establish them selves.

Not quite. He's signed as an asset to the club, not necessarily to ride next season from what I can make out at the moment.

Doubling up is an absolute must for the riders and the Elite League. Admittedly it is less important for the Premier League. For D/U to work to it's maximum potential it's an absolute must that the Elite League move to 2 race nights a week. Preferably Monday and Wednesday as none of the PL side's race those nights. This then removes the 'priority' rule, also removes a lot of 'guests and R/R' for the EL and would genuinely be better for British Speedway as a whole. The next step to double up is remove the maximum EL conversion. Instead of 7.2 being the maximum EL double up, I'd make it open to any rider with the same or above riders get the 12.00 PL average. Then on from that, any rider's taking up the D/U facility can not ride in any other European 'Elite League'. If they wish to take up an 'Elite' position then they have to give up a position for their British club. So, without restricting European trade laws I think this will make home grown Brits more attractive to both EL and PL promoters as European riders won't want to give up their top league positions just to ride over here.

Kind of correct. Peterborough supplied the air fence and the staff to erect and dismantle it. Track staff and equipment was as normal at the NA

The hatred of Nigel and Kelv has gone on for years and it's pathetic. They actually do a great job, well I suppose it's did a great job for speedway on Sky now it's all over. They do annoy me at times but that annoyance is no different to some of the football, cricket, F1 commentator's. I'm probably just 1 of a very few but I hope Sky don't renew the speedway contract. Perfect opportunity to strip the sport back and start again. This could be a major step forward to saving speedway's future in the UK.

I have to say, regardless the NL will be just like the Elite and Premier Leagues. Fully competitive and all wanting to win. There are far too many stand alone clubs at NL level to be just a development league. Those clubs want to win and that was shown by the large traveling Dudley fans. Only from a Coventry and King's Lynn perspective can this league be seen as development

I worry we won't even get close and like last night's playoff this could be all over tonight. So hope there's something to race for tomorrow. COME ON YOUNG STARS!!!!!

I was about to mention that, very very strange. Certainly taints Adrian's victory a little IMO

Seeing as some others have admitted to it, I also became emotional when his mum gave him a big hug. I'm sure he was feeling it too hence why he left his Crash Hat on to hide the emotion as he still at the end of that had a meeting to run. The kid was absolutely incredible all season and put his body on the line. I'd have to say, which may upset a few he is the best natural talented British World Champion since Michael Lee. The difference is, he won't destroy his fledgling career and go off the rails. Tai Woffinden is the 2013 Speedway World Champion and deserved.

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I've just googled it and know the answer but I can't be assed to tell ya

Keeping it simple COME ON WOOFY!!!!!!!!!

The engine room of Knight & Mallett is massive for us. 6-7 each from them might see us have a chance

Think we would have smashed Mildly out the park even without Josh's crash and boy what a crash it was. How the fooking hell did he manage to try and continue reading is beyond me. It was horrendous. You're right about the racing being strung out but still enjoyed it. Will be different next week though. Halsey's move on Kerr went beyond hard riding to just down right dangerous. Assuming the who-ha in the pits was off the back of that.

If they go through with the threat this time I think it would stick. Polish League speedway is the biggest pay packet in the sport and no GP rider in their right mind wouldn't & probably couldn't afford to not ride Poland

As I've said previously, Lambert doesn't need British speedway. It's been a pleasure watching him throw some laps in.

To only lose by 8 is a terrific result by the Young Stars. Wasn't at all expected without Kerr and Lambert Back to the NA for the second leg Wednesday for the Young Stars to smash Mildenhall back to Suffolk

To be fair, I thought Iversen did turn left but that's another thread discussion. There is an issue with the exhaust but my concern and reasoning is with protecting the rider's themselves. When you see what they have to wear as a minimum requirement I'm surprised there isn't even more serious consequences. Someone may be on to something with rider's be closer and more unwilling to move. With the gradual improvements in safety have rider's become more trusting of their opposition?? Forget about the machinery, there must be better personal protection for these guys out there than what is already a minimum requirement. This is what I want to dig into.

This does get discussed quite a lot but in the last couple of weeks have become more prominent. The exhaust has taken a lot of flack for this but most of the crashes I've seen on TV and trackside it's been mainly riders coming together. My main question is really without banning the sport completely what can be done to make contact crashes safer??? Make neck braces compulsory?? Make air jackets compulsory??

So, those that want the introduction of squad systems just like Poland because it's a better format than guests may want to think again after the farce in the Polish Play-Off Final I'll stick with the guest option thanks

I have nothing to really add but immense pride thanks to Tai. This kid is solid

Come on Phil, don't get splinters in ya backside and tell us who that promoter is!!! If it was a Premier League promoter I can understand a British World Champion does nothing for them. Of it's an Elite League promoter that would be a rather strange comment.

Interview with Woffy tonight on radio 5Live at around 9.50

Interview with Woffy tonight on radio 5Live at around 9.50 tonight