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Pretty typical of the speedway forum - conflicting evidence. Red5's post saying there was an extinguisher on the podium and at the gate, yet Mike Carter of the Scunny track staff says there wasn't due to an oversight. I blame Jim McGregor.

Isobel lived locally and I knew she had committed suicide but I couldn't remember how. Very sad really but probably due to the shame of being caught shop lifting. I'm sure she would have been dealt with leniently due to her age so it's such a shame she decided to kill herself. And while we are on this sad subject another who comes to mind is Ted Moult who was a farmer but also appeared in quiz shows and will also be remembered for being in the advert for double glazing. It's really sad that some people can see no way out of their depression except to commit suicide.

If it ever came back again I nominate Wizzer to appear. There can't be many quiz shows he hasn't been on now.

Gosh! It's a good job I can't remember anything about our match with the Bees.

I bet Chris had a great time on the Berwick track. I've not been there for a couple of years but from what I can remember it's a bit like Peterborough with banking. Glad the rain kept off and it was a good meeting.

I think boredom has set in and not so many are that interested in the G.P's any more.....well not like we used to be anyway. Too many already and more planned. Zzzzzzz Plus 90% of them have been crap and hardly worth watching.

Don't know. Swine Flu? Has he had that yet or is he saving it for another time. Jacques just one question. Why? Swindon haven't been champions for over 40 years. Surely you can feel a tad sorry for them, and Wolverhampton of all teams. What are you thinking of.

Not worth winning £3,000 and a new bike then is it? It was actually a very entertaining meeting with the riders all giving 100% - well except for Lee Richardson of course who couldn't be bothered to turn up. It's a wonder he can function as a rider because he's more ill than he's well. Hope he's not given another chance in the G.P's and I hope if he ever has a testimonial none of the riders bother to support him by giving up their time. Well done Leigh. Here's hoping there is also another trophy for you to get your hands on soon. Oh...and I almost forgot great music tonight Superbart/Rich.

I'm not and never have been keen on individuals but being as it's at Coventry I'll be there. It's a long Winter so I don't want to miss any while I've got the chance.

I've seen him in a lot worse than that. I actually thought it was quite nice.

Bit like the millenium with all the celebrations a year too early.

Let's see if we can get this one finished before midnight.

Yes, it was very dusty unfortunately, even though Chris Louis (think it was him) said at the beginning it wasn't dust. I don't know what he thought it was then. I'm sure the track looked wet after each break and if you went to Olly Allen's testimonial you'll know that even after a track is watered it's still nigh on impossible to keep the dust down sometimes. Otherwise one of the best G.P's this season and I enjoyed it.

It looked to me as if the track had been watered after every 4 heats, but perhaps I was seeing things like an oasis in a desert. Seemed to me as if there was work going on in the breaks as not only did we get adverts but we got a lot of extra chat as well from Sam and Gary before the racing was resumed.

Many thanks Danish Webmaster. Your programme is much appreciated as usual.

Sky Sports Xtra so nicely poised to be booted off to the red button again. Edit...... *7pm to 10pm. *

Can't say I noticed what time the actual racing started as I was too busy chatting to friends I hadn't seen for a while. However, I agree with you about riders returning to the pits as that annoys me too. That's one thing I noticed at Sheffield & Somerset recently - once a race had been stopped the riders immediately went back to the tapes whereas at Coventry the "pits gate" is moved to allow the riders to go back in. Just no need for it sometimes.

I thought it was a great evening and it was lovely to see the Brandon terraces packed. Yes, it did go on for ages but my dog Molly lay down on a blanket for the whole time. What a little trooper. Mind you she did shoot into the hedge when the fireworks went off right at the end - I wasn't expecting them. Nice to catch up with some old friends - Startline Sid and Ralph (the Airdale) who was also really well behaved as usual, although Molly wouldn't let him share her blanket. Nasty dog. Also good to meet Zonkers for the first time, KevH, London Witch, Hayley & James. On to Monday now where I feel it will be a sight lot draughtier on the 4th bend with all the empty spaces.

The only long gaps were caused by crashes and the aftermath of them. Can't do anything about that unfortunately.

Well I won't be getting one either even if I have to sit there all night and just watch the racing. I'll be able to recognise Bomber anyway and tot up how many points he gets.

Sorry Colin but you'll never make it with poetry. Started off well but that last bit doesn't rhyme.

Coventry forum members are scattered around the stadium usually but the majority (all the important ones) are on the 1st bend. I'm on the 4th with a group of friends and my dog so should be easy to spot if you fancy a walk round sometime during the evening. Bring your earplugs though as the P.A. is deafening on that bend.

Went to Somerset for the first time last Friday and really enjoyed it. The track is great and the fans who watch their speedway there every week are very lucky! They even have lovely sunsets. http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/29359...047007148bCodxE

He never changes does he? Seen him do that so many times. Also what's with all the spitting? Makes me feel sick.

I hope not because that would reduce the attendance by quite a margin I would imagine, judging by how the fans stay at home whenever Coventry are on Sky.