zonkers Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 And yes the English girl waving a Danish flag was a disgrace as well Crikey - good job I didn't buy my Danish flag in the end then........ I don't get it.....I'm English, but what would be wrong with me waving a Danish flag? I don't only support the Brits. I support other riders regardless of their Nationality. I had a huge Union Jack which I was waving, but I would have happily waved a Danish one too alongside it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turn right instead Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Do you think they were giving it away then........might explain why people were getting 5 or 6 at a time though Barbless hooks and im still catching bert x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turn right instead Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 I have never seen Ben Barker move so quick as he did last night!!! 1st time was when he launched himself into the thick of the action, and 2nd is when the boys in blue turned up!!!! Or was he just off to the bar!!!! .....and 3rd time was when you wrote this and he sprinted to the toilet before he pi55ed himself with your bu11 sh!t lies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandie Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 (edited) Err I think you'll find the 5 "home" riders at Cardiff were all English & lets face it the only reason the GP is held in Wales is because of the size of the stadium, We all know that if BSI could get it the GP would be at Wembley Those 5 ENGLISH riders were there representing GREAT BRITAIN! Just because they all happen to be born this side of Hadrians Wall is irelevant. If there was a Scot, Welsh or Irish man good enough then they would take their place representing GB Maybe his reputation goes before him, however, rather than seeing Coventry fans defending him blindly for the second consecutive year, it would be nice to see them wondering what he was doing there, putting himself about when he is apparently injured. If any claims can be proven, I would like Coventry/BSPA to review his conduct and involvement with club and country. When at a Speedway event, he is representing both the club and country, is he the Joey Barton of speedway? Either way, I expect people to defend him blindly again. He has got a useful average after all I am a Coventry fan but I dont blindly defend him. As Ben was in our hotel we spent a lot of time chatting to him and in some of those chats I found the really nice Ben Barker and I really enjoyed being in his company. But in others I found his attitude very 'ladish' and the discussions not very pleseant at all. But Im mature enough to see past that and accept it as bravado but I most definately prefer the pleasant Ben. As for Ben being the instigator of all things evil at Cardiff I really feel people have taken it out of context. Many stories were coming back on the Friday and Saturday nights about riders having brawls in the wee small hours but I dont see those being mentioned. And NO I have no intention of naming anyone. As for his injury, a broken leg (mended but not race fit) does not mean you have to stay home. I was actually concerned for him as he got out of the cab one evening as he really struggled but I guess its muscle damage still and once he straigtened his leg and got walking then his stride became easier. But Ben does not really need defending on his injury as it is not really a relevant discussion. And finally Ben - I wont be there on Friday so you wont be able to argue this post with me!!!! Edited June 29, 2009 by Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turn right instead Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Everyone has their favourite gp riders and are entitled to support them! As long as you dont stand up to celebrate, cheer or look like you are enjoying yourself then yes you are entitled Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iris123 Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Barbless hooks and im still catching bert x Yup,got me with that one I don't know you,so it was hard to tell if it was a stupid post by a sensible person pretending to be stupid.Or a stupid post by a stupid person.Now i know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turn right instead Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Yup,got me with that one I don't know you,so it was hard to tell if it was a stupid post by a sensible person pretending to be stupid.Or a stupid post by a stupid person.Now i know definitely the later x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazaar3 Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 LOL.....who started this thread for a laugh. It's exactly like saying it's time to take the computers out of the internet cafe's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchf Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Those 5 ENGLISH riders were there representing GREAT BRITAIN! Just because they all happen to be born this side of Hadrians Wall is irelevant. If there was a Scot, Welsh or Irish man good enough then they would take their place representing GB I live North of Hadrians Wall and I am still 60 miles south of the border I know that the North East Assembly have been talking to the Scottish Parliament about closer ties but I didnt think it had happened... yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandie Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 I live North of Hadrians Wall and I am still 60 miles south of the border I know that the North East Assembly have been talking to the Scottish Parliament about closer ties but I didnt think it had happened... yet! Well, ya didnt need to take it quite so literally!!! DOH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedibee Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Pointless comment. Maybe his reputation goes before him, however, rather than seeing Coventry fans defending him blindly for the second consecutive year, it would be nice to see them wondering what he was doing there, putting himself about when he is apparently injured. If any claims can be proven, I would like Coventry/BSPA to review his conduct and involvement with club and country. When at a Speedway event, he is representing both the club and country, is he the Joey Barton of speedway? Either way, I expect people to defend him blindly again. He has got a useful average after all Snyper has not been adverse to posting some anti-English stuff that got edited/removed. However, I have to defend Edinburgh fans here. Firstly, I do not see how Speedibee - who usually posts sensible comments - can call for Scotland's independence based on the behaviour of a few Scottish fans. I would like to see consistency, and he should call for Cornwall's independence on the grounds of Barker's behaviour?? I didn't see any bad behaviour from Edinburgh fans, but bringing nationality into it, gone too far! I also don't think people should read too much into music....again, you are over-thinking the situation! I think people should be criticising the choice of the song when riders fall off, than the "Come on England". Surely, Speedway fans should condemn that one first? I think its in bad taste, anyway. Snyper - there is a Scot(t) in the GP. Yes I agree it was daft to say that but it was spur of the moment stuff and I just saw red . I don't object to people supporting their favourite riders as a rule . but i don't see the need to deliberately wind up the people who are supporting the home riders . anyway I now have a 25% warning for my outburst so that should please Snyper . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchf Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Well, ya didnt need to take it quite so literally!!! DOH! Pretty much like this thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Well we had a great weekend. In fact I'd go as far as to say it's my best experience of Cardiff.. We met loads of fantastic people from many clubs, aswell as the usual suspects We didn't see any trouble or anyone OTT in the Stadium or outside over two days. Looking forward to next year already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandie Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Pretty much like this thread yep - i agree. Im off to get a beer from the fridge and then maybe call the kids down for a punch up!!! Anyone wnat to pop around and join in!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shazzybird Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Go on then count me in ...... can I go in the hot tub afterwards though to calm down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turn right instead Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Go on then count me in ...... can I go in the hot tub afterwards though to calm down Im in, im sure the rest of the motley/hangers on/entourage are in too x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a horse called ? Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 (edited) Im in, im sure the rest of the motley/hangers on/entourage are in too x why am i the only 1 sat outside sandie's????? x Edited June 29, 2009 by a horse called ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turn right instead Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 why am i the only 1 sat outside sandie's????? x i have brought a flannel im on routings.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianmartin Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 I just happened to come onto this site and saw that all the threads were about the misuse of alcohol at Cardiff and nothing about the meeting itself. It is really sad to see that that something we prized as a "Family Sport" is being ruined by these people who cannot go to a meeting to enjoy the racing, but have to get drunk and spoil it for everyone else around them. Cardiff is not a cheap event to attend so these people who spend so much on alcohol, must have more money than sense. There was enough action going on on the track without the extra fighting in the stands, so I think the only solution is to ban alcohol completely from the GP and, as others have said, refuse entry to those who are already too inebriated. This may upset many of the true fans who like a drink during racing, but surely it is the best way to go to save our reputation as a family sport? I could not agree more Haggis. I was at the GP for my first ever visit. I did not suffer the shocking aggravation that some people appear to have experienced. I had a great time. I was shaking hands with Poles, Supporters from other countries, Supporters from British Clubs. It was a superb weekend. I must say however that the poor people who have suffered having clothes ruined and have sat in fear of intimidation or violence because of drunken Supporters must be questioning whether they should ever go to the GP again. This is so sad as I/we are very proud of the fact that Speedway has the reputation of being a family Sport. In order to protect our reputation I think it is imperative that alcohol is banned from the Stadium DURING the GP. Anyone who is obviously inebriated should NOT be allowed into the Stadium. For heavens sake - you pay good money to watch Speedway - you can get tanked up (if that is your thing) AFTER the GP. This way you don't upset others or distract people from the racing at the GP. Surely people can manage to go for a very few hours without a drink and enjoy the racing and allow others to do the same. SPEEDWAY HAS A REPUTATION - THE ADMINISTRATORS OF THE SPORT MUST PROTECT THAT REPUTATION. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianmartin Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 Your a disgrace mitch Speedibee you think i pay 30 odd quid for a ticket, £100 in petrol another £30 on a room 50-60 on beer £6 on a Danish flag JUST to wind up supporters at a GP? Your deluded mate you really are. As you have pointed out there are no Scots in the GP therefore i support Hans who happens to be a Dane. So by your thinking the only flags allowed into the GP should be English and Union flags. Again i have to ask what my club has to do with who i support in a GP i just dont get how the two are linked. I'm a Scot - why don't you wave the Saltire or the Lion Rampant at the Sassenachs. Just asking Snyper1010. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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