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I'm a fan of Jordan Jenkins and think he would be a really good signing. Would love to see him and Dan Thompson in the team. Slater Lightcap at 2 is a big ask, too big in my opinion. If he was coming in at reserve then that is an easier proposition . The jury is out with me on Dan Gilkes, he has shown flashes and performed pretty well guesting for Oxford in the playoffs. Would suggest if he isn't back with the Bears then Oxford are a more likely destination than the Comets. Appeared inconsistent for the Bears last season. Personally can't see Connor Bailey making a comeback next season. Ben Trigger has a bit of potential, quite like him but there are sizeable question marks over whether he has the potential to put a point or two on his average next season. I think the Comets will want two strong reserves after suffering in this delartment for most of last season. May also look to build further on their asset base where after the success of Tate and Antti last season.

The 2025 team has to excite at least on paper. In my opinion this team just doesn't cut it.

Every team needs strong reserves.

I'm not sure the Championship will continue with the 2 pointers simply because not enough NDL riders who would qualify appear to have the ability at present.

If he is riding in Poland then logistically it is highly unlikely Antti will be wearing the big C next season which would be shame. At least he is a Comets asset.

Totally agree

Must watch this on catch up. I remember Greg Mackie from the old Northside training track, shocking way to have your life taken away at the tender age of 18.

Troy gets a bad press but twice this season at the 'meet the riders' and again last night he has spoken with humour and intelligence.He appears to be very personable and happy in his own skin. Done himself and Worky proud last season and fully deserves the fans vote as Rider of the Season.

What a man !👌 he was just saying on the live feed last night before setting off for the meeting that he was going to take it easy as he has only had one small practice 😃👍

Does appear to go well for Glasgow, definitely rides Ashfield way better than Northside which is a little hard to explain as both are good race tracks. Claus turned in some big away performances for Worky, Berwick twice, Plymouth and Redcar come to mind.

noticeable Paul Starke was not at the presentation night, would suggest he is probably not coming back

Is Bowes not just as likely to be heading for Armadale ?

Probably depend on who along with Tate is coming back and the rubber stamping of the widely rumoured 40 point average at the AGM.

Hopefully hear something on the team front following the AGM 🤞

900 miles on a tank would be enticing. JCB have been working on hydrogen engines for their diggers since at least 2020. Remember watching a YouTube video on this, seem to remember the intention was for the smaller less intensively used diggers to be electrified while the bigger more intensively used would be hydrogen powered.

It's ridiculous . Hope they consider calls for more meetings from the fans.

Having seen William Cairns a few times at Worky it is undeniable what a talented and confident prospect he is. Having said that I just hope he is well managed and not overly pressurised in his first season or two. He also needs to be lucky on the injury front. I wish him well.

Yeah it really annoys me too. You just get the impression that some of them don't get it or don't care. The age of the multi club rider appears to have fostered a culture of aloofness and less affinity with the fans. I don't think they realise how much fans clock this. Fans pay there wages, they should remember this and acknowledge them at every opportunity that presents itself, it goes a long way and costs nothing.

Very sensible and makes complete sense. Poole are in the fortunate position of being well supported. For other clubs even the Championship is financially challenging. The big challenge for those running and promoting the sport is how to make it more appealing in order to effect an increase in supporter numbers. Riders must also realise they also have an integral part to play in this, for instance way too many just ride back to the pits after winning races.

Hope there wasn't a fire at the GT Tyres Arena. Yeah lithium ion battery fires are incredibly hot and very difficult to extinguish I believe. Personally I have not got much interest in electric cars. Need to get moving on Hydrogen and Biofuels me thinks.

There was a fire involving lithium ion batteries in a commercial premises on Isabella Road which I assume is the recycling business near Workington harbour. Eight appliances involved and a platform ladder.

Wouldn't be surprised. If Dan wants to continue to improve he probably needs to ride somewhere other than Belle Vue

Yeah Bit like what has happened this year really . Really need an initiative to get more youngsters trying Speedway.

I wish them well , there is time to get a team in place 🤞👍

I'm pretty sure it won't happen but I think the time is right to seriously think about It. Polish Speedway is probably the biggest obstacle. It will be interesting to see how Oxford crowds hold up next season and how they have held up since the 2022 season. Could still be in the honeymoon period maybe.