False dawn

Well what started with some fairly pedestrian races has suddenly come to life. It worth reminding us of the finishing order when they show the replay of the start. From that last race you could have opened a book on the finishing order at the end of 2 laps and still have got it wrong. Do you get extra for commentating on the stock cars in the intervals? I'm new to Swedish speedway. Can the teams use anyone at reserve? And still Rune is only race winner for his team and they are leading after 10 heats

Not a problem. Just need to aware for the future!. I like surprises. 16-8 after 4 heats is a bit of a surprise. Well it's not Dawn with a capital D! It's David (Williams)

Good evening Blimey. Blink and you'll miss it. No introduction, just the go live and the tapes go up The news on Pawel is that he flew back to Poland for an operation. Expects to racing in 2-3 weeks

Make the punishment fit the crime. The reports from the pits were that Chris led the initiative not to ride and also (although I have no first hand reports) threatened to leave the stadium. This is a long way from relatively junior riders failing to appear in one heat which was immediately followed by the intervention of the referee in the pits and the agreement to perform significant remedial track work. They were punished by exclusion and maybe a fine is in order. But clearly their "crime" was not of the same order. But some of that is speculation on my part. And that's the point isn't it?

I think there are too many unanswered questions to simple let the dust settle. For example.... It is all well and good for the SCB to ban a rider for leaving (or threatening to leave) a meeting, This is a senior KL rider. As an "employee" is his behaviour not tantamount to gross misconduct. In my world, this leads to instant dismissal. Were other riders encouraged to support the "we're not going to ride" initiative? Further damning behaviour. Can we see the detailed report by the medical examiner which allowed another senior rider to leave the meeting. This is relevant given that the said rider was riding again within 24 hours. Were any of the KL management at all complicit in the move not to ride? I personally don't believe they were. But tell us what action was taken on the night to instruct riders to get on with it? Was there a flat refusal? A full and frank statement please.

I thought after a few days, the dust might have started to settle on this one. But no. And why? Well it's the same reason we hear in many such circumstances; a lack of communication. A lack of any explanation on the night. A lack of any real explanation the next day. A lack of what, "This will never happen again" really means. I was there last Thursday, as a neutral. I was hoping to see a key clash between two teams chasing play off places (actually I went to see Poole get beat, but hey I come from Coventry!). Seriously, I love to see a close match, fought out by 14 (well at least 12) committed competitors. We didn't get that, but the worst part was that I and many other fans went home somewhat bewildered by what we saw. It was obvious that certain riders were not enjoying the conditions. But it was equally obvious that others were riding as hard as ever. I believe the only way KL are going to recover this situation is to bare their souls. Tell us what happened, warts and all and tell what they intend to do.It'll be no worse than the speculation. Treat your fans with respect

Sorry. My joke has backfired (again). Dave Goddard is not "my mate". I only said that because he picked up on some of my postings (during his commentary!) and gave me a mention. He's a jolly good commentator, none-the-less.

Personally, I'm looking forward to the Swedish speedway on tomorrow, sorry, later today. For those who haven't sampled it, I can recommend the coverage and especially the informed commentary by (my mate) Dave Goddard. No shouty, shouty or endless cliches from him.

Why did Leicester choose 2 & 4? Gate 4 has had only one heat winner?

Just thinking what a talent. Has one wobbly ride and then comes out and beats the opposing No.1. Really hope it's not as bad as it looked.

Oh, that's what a screwdriver's for

Are you sure?

What are the odds on that eh? Amazingly about 1 in 6000 apparently. I never even heard of it happening let alone seen it, and on

Jason Garrity rode for Redcar yesterday

I never said his posts were ignorance. I said, if you as someone with a good working of the sport can only state the blindingly obvious doom and gloom we are lost indeed. We need a positive approach and suggestions what can be done to turn the corner. I apologise for opening my mouth.

You're going to hate me.... Greg's going to win it.

[getting back on topic] I find it slightly ironic that people are calling for less shale to improve the racing. Surely more shale on the inside line would provide multiple racing lines. But then, without those old fashioned men with rakes, the inside would quickly become slick.

He certainly was. Well turned out and a stylish competitor.

He'd better be, otherwise Scotland wouldn't have a team. Oh bugger, he's retired hasn't he?

Would you speculate a couple of million on a new stadium in the Coventry area please?

Funny thing is, my Dad told me they said the same thing when they changed from the big wheels.

As Voltaire said, "I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it". I guess my postings sent the wrong message. For sure I think we're on the same side. But please, some constructive comment would be welcome, rather than doom and gloom. There are a lot of riders, promoters, track staff and fans who want to see our sport continue, nee thrive (and they read this stuff). You know the sport. Tell us some way, however small, how we can turn the corner.

I am an intelligent fellow who's followed the sport for many years. So let's get real. Thompson twins, give up. James, my money was for nothing, retire now. The Save Coventry Speedway Committee: you're wasting your time along with the local council and our MP, disband now. Oh and Buster, that was a shambles you put on last Thursday, retire now while you're ahead. I suggest you leave us in splendid ignorance.

No. Just be quiet.

There is a team of people trying to get the Bees up and running again. There are youngsters riding their hearts out on 125's and 250's for no money trying to be the next World Champion. There are riders putting their lives on the line every week wondering how to balance the books. Need I go on? You offer nothing to encourage these people. If you think you know they are deluded, leave them in ignorance please?