mickthemuppet Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 According to today's East Anglian Times Ben Barker might ride again before the season ends. It says he has been released from hospital as the surgeons do not know if his back injury is an old or new one. Should it be an old injury and one he has been riding with, he may not be out for the rest of the season as previously thought Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The White Knight Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 According to today's East Anglian Times Ben Barker might ride again before the season ends. It says he has been released from hospital as the surgeons do not know if his back injury is an old or new one. Should it be an old injury and one he has been riding with, he may not be out for the rest of the season as previously thought Good News. All the best Ben. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 Coming back this season would be great news for the Witches and Birmingham ! Lets just hope he's making the right choice if he does and doesn't compound any of his injury problems . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 As much as I would love to see Ben back the most important issue his his health. I would rather Ben not ride and we miss out on a trophy than see him come back too soon and cause himself long term damage. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 He's back! starting at Edinburgh tomorrow........ Right in time to meet Craig Cook! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 Is he really racing tomorrow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 If he does feel fit then testing himself this week is a good move. If he comes through it then its all systems go for the play offs with a full team and happy days! If not he and the Witches find out without ruining our play off hopes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 (edited) He's back! starting at Edinburgh tomorrow........ Right in time to meet Craig Cook! Really , where did you get that from ? Cancel that question , just seen it on website . Wow that's a first , the Witches site with current news !!! Edited September 9, 2013 by Super Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 If he does feel fit then testing himself this week is a good move. If he comes through it then its all systems go for the play offs with a full team and happy days! If not he and the Witches find out without ruining our play off hopes. Plus the chance to fight it out once again with Edinburgh's big hitter Craig Cook....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted September 9, 2013 Report Share Posted September 9, 2013 Plus the chance to fight it out once again with Edinburgh's big hitter Craig Cook....... Ive put a pound on them skipping hand in hand through the pits singing bring me sunshine like Morecombe and Wise! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monarchlad Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 They already raced together for GB at Newcastle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulco Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 Barker has gone up a couple of notches in my estimation . Considering what kind of reception he'll probably receive at Armadale tonight , it would have been easier for him just to wait for Thursday's home meeting . So fair play to him in declaring himself fit for tonight . Hope he scores a maximum . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 We hope he scores a max too. Let's be honest, do you really think differentl Ben cares about what reception he will get? Will be the same as when Craig next races at our place, they will be even more determined to race harder and score well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulco Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 We hope he scores a max too. Let's be honest, do you really think differentl Ben cares about what reception he will get? Will be the same as when Craig next races at our place, they will be even more determined to race harder and score well. I suppose , still admire him for going there tonight though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutz Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 As much as I dislike Barker, it would have been easy for him to wait until Thursday so fair play. Will probably add to the attendance at Armadale too. However, you've got to question whether racing is the right thing to do... Especially with a back injury. My hope is that all riders come out of it unscathed this evening. as for the meetings of Barker and Cook? Don't think anything will happen. Cook especially has moved on and learnt big style from what happened at Foxhall and whilst I'm sure they won't swap too many Christmas cards or pleasantries, I think he'll distance himself from anything that can be put his way. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 Yeah nothing should happen . Apart from a few more on the gates. And maybe a better atmosphere at both meetings .good luck to all the riders. Hoping the witches can bring home some points. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 (edited) Double post ...... Edited September 10, 2013 by 2ndbendbeerhut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 (edited) Barker has gone up a couple of notches in my estimation . Considering what kind of reception he'll probably receive at Armadale tonight , it would have been easier for him just to wait for Thursday's home meeting . So fair play to him in declaring himself fit for tonight . Hope he scores a maximum . Go easy there Paul, lets not get carried away! Seriously though, it's good for both of his teams to have him back, he's entertaining and he'll give it everything. Edited September 10, 2013 by Jacques Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucifer sam Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 What the Edinburgh promotion need to do is to bring both around on the parade truck together, to the accompaniment of the Rocky theme tune. They both get off the parade truck, shake hands and get on with the meeting. It's recevied a lot of publicity, so build on that and promote it. All the best Rob 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenga Posted September 10, 2013 Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 make them both captains for the home and away legs. then they will have to shake hands.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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