Technik

Good luck to him. But I don't think I'd risk having him in my team.

The reserve pair are almost assured to be Killeen & Boughen with the top two of Nicholls & Masters. Then the remaining trio is the area of discussion, I would like to stick with Jenkins for my first choice. Heeps is a spent force he came as a third heat leader but now struggles at reserve Oxford can't afford that, Atkins is a question mark, it must be said he has ridden some good races this past season but is it enough. I would like to look elsewhere & possibly bring some new talent into the UK. Casper Hendriksen or Daniel Klima For instance goood young riders for the future or riders that have British experience Kevin Wolbert or Timo Lahti both had fantastic seasons.

I was stopped in Australia at a roadside police test point. The officer had a stick like device to test for alcohol all I had to do was count back from 10 then a small lolly stick I had to scrape my tounge this tested for certain drugs. It took only a couple of minutes & I was on my way. But again it comes down to cost>

All I have done is put forward some facts. He missed a meeting earlier in the season & was warned about that & now he has missed a BSPL championship fixture bothy of which have happened. I went on to ask if he will receive any further punishment. His reasons are his own & if questioned this is what he will rely on. My knowledge is based on being a commercial vehicle technician for over 40 years. I am not having a dig at a 16 year old that is clearly very talented just pointing out facts.

You can always use the physical key to get into the van. Just because the electric fob is not working does not restrict access & for only £13 you can get a battery fitted at any Timpsons in a few minutes

It's not the first meeting he's missed with a poor excuse & I believe he was warned last time so maybe some reaction to his absence???

I was one of the army of programme fillers back in the day when I was a team supporter. but now without a dedicated team I am unbiased & just watch the racing. I'm like an Italian SAS member "Who cares who wins" & I believe I enjoy myself as much as I did when watching my team in their glory years.

I'm not so sure, A smart brief could argue that the suspension was for 30 days, It goes on to say pending an SCB hearing. That hearing is to be arranged by the SCB & one would assume that if they have failed to do that within the 30 day period then why should the riders be punished further. If these things have a time scale then it must be followed. I know the Morris issue was extended but that was at the request of the rider here it appears in both cases that the SCB are at fault.

I read in the Speedway Star that the hearing is on November 01. So a while to wait yet. I wonder if anyone would use either rider as a guest as their 30 day suspension is now expired?

The U21 events in Pardubice will be in the Golden Helmet programmes of the same year

The line-up fails to inspire me 7 the future of the NDL is in serious trouble if it's not supported by the top table or the riders

Test results must be at zero to gain a negative pass. I remember an Oxford rider some years ago raced at Oxford in the morning & was due to ride at Reading in the evening. He admitted to drinking a larger shandy before leaving Oxford but failed a test at Reading a few hours later. It might be what is known as passive smoking that is the issue however as a professional sportsman you need to be aware & responsible for yourself & surroundings at all times.

This is a long way from being over!

Go on then.....

I saw the two German Kids at the Golden Helmet in Pardubice last month. Ove Fundin was also there as a previous champion & he was very impressed with young Patricia Erhart

Whilst I might agree with you in parts the one thing that we must consider is this is British speedway & we do not use a squad system so picking horses for courses is not an option. I'm fairly sure Vissing is fit to race at this stage & his absence is now tactical but of course it also impacts on Sheffield who also race on the Tuesday after the call off at Ipswich, will be keeping an eye on the Premiership match.

I can't honestly see Laguta or Sayfutinov being in the equation. They are Russians that have moved to Poland & taken Polish passports but the PZM has not used them as Poles within their international fixtures nor have they appeared in the National championship. My guess is that Poland will not nominate them for consideration.

A new name & a new nation will be entered on the honor role as champion. The final was a great race. Jason Doyle was sent to the air bags in the first running & all six riders were allowed to restart. Then it was Doyle again who was to suffer with a puncture whilst in front & looking to record his fourth victory in the event. Then the Fin with a clear goal on his mind to avenge last seasons failure worked his way to the front of the remaining pack of riders & was the first to see the chequers after a long 6 laps.

Great to see Timo Lahti pull off the win after he was cheated of a run in the final last year after a clash at the start his race was over in 6 metres

The CL Play-offs have also been in the calender all year. All of the fixtures have been rearranged so the rules are up in the air but riders must be available to represent their clubs at all SCB/BSP scheduled events. If the forecast is to be believed then Workington & BSP should work together & pick another date & maybe rethink the staging time for this event moving forward.

Josh Larson

Rosebank

I wonder if the Zmarslik issue was from a higher level in Polish speedway. Prior to the Danish SGP the rider is 24 points clear, he could become Champion in Denmark. Now with only this event before the Toron SGP & the chance to crown the new Polish World Champion on home soil. How can it be manipulated to boost ticket sales for the final round.

10 points is not the safest margin. however it could prove to be a little easier for Oxford regards the use of any tactical changes. Glasgow used Harris as soon as it was possible but Oxford can afford to be 12/14 behind & use it to its best advantage. It will be a very tense affair at Glasgow I'm sure

I can't believe it. Only a few short weeks ago I was talking to him at Oxford as he was like a small child hanging over the third turn fence watching the racing along with his brother. The Kennetts are true fans of speedway & Gordon will be greatly missed. Don't ride faster than the angels can fly.. Best wishes to his family & friends at this sad time RIP