Maybe. But the Lannings will tell you that a 30 word piece in the Sun for each rider announcement - let alone all the social media, TV and Radio - is far more useful !!
Kyle had his long-awaited shoulder operation this week. As he says - he's pain-free for the first time in 2-3 years so should be fully fit for the 2024 season. But its all down to numbers!! Averages and £££s.
So if 'virtually 10 points' left for the final 2 riders, Barker on 7.42 will leave around 20+ points for the other 4 riders signed up.
Assuming there are 2x 2pointers (or a 2 and a 3), that would still leave enough for an 8pointer and 7 pointer.
The exact wording in Danny Ford's email to sponsors is :- "Exciting Special Announcement" to be made!
It could be a rider, it could be about the future of the stadium, it could be a new Sponsor, it could be a new additional co-promoter? Anything is possible!
It also provides workshop and overnight facilities for many visiting riders - and those passing through!!
PS. 'Exciting Special announcement' by Danny Ford on the evening of Friday 8th December!!
Excellent summarising by the SCS solicitor this morning. Very thorough and very specific in knocking back the developer's case as regards speedway and stox.