E I Addio Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) Reading a lot of petty jealousy on this thread. Darcy matured considerably last season and will win the GP series in 2014 if he stays injury free. He is Poole captain and proud to be. He comes over well on TV and put his past behind him. All this rubbish about him not committed, needs a major attitude adjustment, etc is pure crap. His attitude is of that of a winner. As for Oldaces posts, well he was found not guilty, which means he was innocent of any crime. Having a bit of rumpy pumpy with some girl who wanted to be involved in a threesome or moresome is not illegal. Many of us have been there, done that in our lives. If I was the father of the girl I would have been more disappointed in her behaviour than those of some young lads whose brains lie in their pants after a few drinks. I believe Darcy grew up a lot after that incident. Being captain of Poole will never make Darcy popular with many fans from other clubs. That's a fact but he is well liked here and will no doubt get the full backing of the Pirate fans. There's not a more exciting rider out there at this moment in time. I have to give Darcy his due. He came and rode for nothing at the Lee Richardson Memorial, (as did all the other riders) put on a great show and rode brilliantly for his max. Could have justifiably ridden at half pace put really went for the result and helped to make to occasion a memorable one. He didn't have to come and ride but he came and did the occasion proud. That must always stand to his credit and I admire him for it.. Some of his past off track behaviour is regrettable but we can't hold that against him forever. It is quite amusing that people who have never met him somehow think they know exactly what he has to do to take the 2014 World Championship. I don't think one should underestimate his ability in all departments as far as the sport is concerned. The Lakeside -v-Poole challenge match at the start of the season has been postponed because Darcy has to ride in Poland that day. That speaks volumes for the mans crowd-pulling power. Without him Poole are just another team as far as the turnstiles are concerned and have been replaced with a match against Swindon. All top riders have fans who like them and those who don't, for no particular reason. Nonsense to suggest that Darcy is popular or unpopular because he is captain of Poole . Its not the Poole captaincy the fans have an issue with. Its the promoter. Edited February 26, 2014 by E I Addio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavan Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 you cant win with some people who just refues to see the facts. shall we look at those then lets see what you think. 1.FLED (yes fled) police whilst being DRUNK (yes drunk) and on DRUGS (yes drugs) 2. On an UNREGISTERED and UNINSURED motorcycle 3. Had an apparant ' bleed on the brain' when involved in a pub brawl. 4. The court case. Now to me those are not things in shovlars words ' i have far worse in my years'. What exactly is your criminal past then shovlar? Matt Ford to give him credit stated 'you cant condone what he has done' yet some still say its ok - laughable. Neil Middleditch went as far to say its what kids do (no it isnt!!) and the most ridiculous statement ' he wasnt racing or putting anyones life at risk on the track' !!!! Thats ok then Middlo so fleeing on a bike and puttin lives of the general public at risk is fine because its not on the track!!! Ward grown up on track? Questionable as still overides and blatantly cheated by laying on thetrack to get a rerun i think against Wolves, which was described by a certain fan as 'they all do it' but when Kildemand did it it was ' cheating' lol at the end of the day he is still the most natural racer around and quite rightly puts bums on seats and may well be getting better at not pratting around. im one for putting the past in the past but for christs sake own up and admit what he did was wrong not just childish antics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BWitcher Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 It is quite amusing that people who have never met him somehow think they know exactly what he has to do to take the 2014 World Championship. I don't think one should underestimate his ability in all departments as far as the sport is concerned. Nobody is doubting his ability, I haven't seen one single person suggest that. I fail to see how it 'amusing' to suggest that there are things Ward can do to MAXIMISE that ability and his chances of winning. He may well be good enough to win the World Title as he is now, but he would stand a far greater chance by dedicating himself as Woffinden did last year. That's the point folk are making. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCB Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 I don't think anyone anywhere has tried to claim Darcy is not good or is boring. We all agree he's wonderfully exciting, he's truly gifted and has all the talent to win a fight for the World Title. Just some of us think he's a horrible human being. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E I Addio Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 I don't think anyone anywhere has tried to claim Darcy is not good or is boring. We all agree he's wonderfully exciting, he's truly gifted and has all the talent to win a fight for the World Title. Just some of us think he's a horrible human being. I think you are being just a tad harsh on a bloke you don't really know but I don't want to be an apologist for him and I certainly don't wantt to finish up sounding like Sidney so perhaps I'll quietly leave you to your opinions and do my best to remain neutral. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratton Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) "Can't for the life of me think what Darcy did wrong" spouts Shovlar. "Last year what did he do wrong" spouts Sidney. http://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/10240453.Speedway_star_Darcy_Ward_fled_police_while_drunk_and_on_drugs/ It's fine to forgive, move on etc, not got an issue with that, however trying to deny something ever happened is another thing. Hopefully Darcy has learned from that event, time will tell. Sidney, you should rename yourself Gollum! The best thing you can do is give us a break from your i know best on every subject take a deep breath and give your ass a chance. The incident involving Ward last year didn't involve chasing girls as you well know. Incidentally, posts like yours are the main reason his past indiscretions are highlighted over and over. Total crap you judge but know NOTHING.How arrogant are you BWitcher, have you ever made mistakes YES or NO simple anough question for you.? Edited February 26, 2014 by sidney 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BWitcher Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 It's quite simple Sidney. You asked a question, "last year what did he do wrong". You were given the answer. That isn't knowing 'best'. Its reality. Not my fault if you don't like the truth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratton Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 It's quite simple Sidney. You asked a question, "last year what did he do wrong". You were given the answer. That isn't knowing 'best'. Its reality. Not my fault if you don't like the truth. Was his last episode before the start of our season last March YES or NO? Since then unless he has farted in the wrong place he has done nothing wrong i await your answer with interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BWitcher Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 Was his last episode before the start of our season last March YES or NO? Since then unless he has farted in the wrong place he has done nothing wrong i await your answer with interest. You said last year, not last season. Case closed. Move on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratton Posted February 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 You said last year, not last season. Case closed. Move on! What a saddo you are, the bloke has done nothing wrong since that motorbike incident yet you still cane him wanting him to slip up again sad really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waiheke1 Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Ffs. I think every single person on here enjoy s watching ward race, more so than practically every other rider. Almost all would like to see him fulfil his potential. No one has indicated they would like him to stuff up again - if only because we are selfish and dont want to be deprived of watching one of the most entertaining riders of all time. That does not mean we approve of his past off track actions.that lack of approval does not mean we have never made mistakes, but it is a fallacy to argue that most have made mistakes of a similar nature to ward. And tbh, I couldnt care less if ward is arrogant, and its quite possible he could win the world title without the ultra professional approach ttai took last year. However, come the end of his career, injuries not withstanding, if he hasnt been a multi world champ he will have to be regarded as having wasted his tslent. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BWitcher Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 What a saddo you are, the bloke has done nothing wrong since that motorbike incident yet you still cane him wanting him to slip up again sad really. Sidney, with respect, for your own sake, shut up. You're inanely trolling and its only a matter of time before you get yourself banned again. Nobody has said that, you're just concocting things to create an argument. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratton Posted February 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Sidney, with respect, for your own sake, shut up. You're inanely trolling and its only a matter of time before you get yourself banned again. Nobody has said that, you're just concocting things to create an argument. Sidney, with respect, for your own sake, shut up. You're inanely trolling and its only a matter of time before you get yourself banned again. Nobody has said that, you're just concocting things to create an argument. If you only listened to others opinions with respect ( i could not give a hoot what you think of mine ) the way you talk down to people seriously peeves me the shame of it is you don't even realise you do it and with respect don't tell me to shut up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldace Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 (edited) If you only listened to others opinions with respect ( i could not give a hoot what you think of mine ) the way you talk down to people seriously peeves me the shame of it is you don't even realise you do it and with respect don't tell me to shut up! Lot of respect in that one Sidney but with all due respect, shut the f-ck up!!!!! Edited February 27, 2014 by Oldace 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavan Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Fighting a losing battle here Sidney! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Shovlar Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Think its quite clear that several on here won't like Ward if he gave all his money to charity and become a monk. The worlds best riders all suffer from the haters. Crump, Trick, Mauger, Briggs, Pedersen, Olsen, Penhall etc. NO rider at the top of their sport is universally liked. Even Chris Holder has his detractors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldace Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Think its quite clear that several on here won't like Ward if he gave all his money to charity and become a monk. The worlds best riders all suffer from the haters. Crump, Trick, Mauger, Briggs, Pedersen, Olsen, Penhall etc. NO rider at the top of their sport is universally liked. Even Chris Holder has his detractors. Can you actually read or do you have some sort of learning difficulty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waiheke1 Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Think its quite clear that several on here won't like Ward if he gave all his money to charity and become a monk. You are so right steve. Haters gonna hate. I think the only way he is going to win back the hesrts of the bsf is if he converts to Islam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starman2006 Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 (edited) "Can't for the life of me think what Darcy did wrong" spouts Shovlar. "Last year what did he do wrong" spouts Sidney. http://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/10240453.Speedway_star_Darcy_Ward_fled_police_while_drunk_and_on_drugs/ That was last winter, Darcy has learned from his mistake. Darcy is now a different and more mature person, and did bugger all wrong last speedway season, which he will continue to do this season. The best thing that happened to Darcy last season was two things. The injury to his shoulder and getting the captaincy. Now why don't you move on and stop digging up the past like a school kid. Edited February 27, 2014 by Starman2006 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLyric2 Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 (edited) You said last year, not last season. Case closed. Move on! Did they happen last year, really?? Lets not let the facts get in the way of a rant!! Even the staunchest of Poole fans know what went on previously in 2011 and 2012 (some fans also know of others involved - and that isn't excusing his own alleged actions)! The point that some are trying to make, who have actually met him, chatted with him, sponsored him and seen him race live every week is that last season/year, particularly the latter half after his injury, he showed a much more mature attitude in both his racing and his personal life, in addition to taking on the captaincy at Poole. His determination to improve his skills, focus and organisation under the tuition of the likes of Hancock and Crump demonstrates his much improved approach. Edited February 27, 2014 by Skidder1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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