Daniel Smith Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 33 minutes ago, Ben91 said: Who in their right mind thinks Speedway is an elite sport... That's irrelevant. Surely all sports are to be treated the same. You can either have 1>2500 spectators or you can't. Elite or amateur is neither here nor there. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu219 Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, topsoil said: because the virus only spreads at 'elite' sports Just goes to show how totally clueless the ones making the rules are! At least we have some speedway to watch for those who want to pay to view .My worry is this will be the normal now and I fear for all sports next year to. Edited September 27, 2020 by stu219 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben91 Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 13 minutes ago, Daniel Smith said: That's irrelevant. Surely all sports are to be treated the same. You can either have 1>2500 spectators or you can't. Elite or amateur is neither here nor there. Not really my point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinderfella Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 1 hour ago, Ben91 said: Not really my point. Perhaps the title Elite has come back to bite the authorities on the bum after them claiming the top division was the ELITE league a few years ago when in all reality it was not much better than the second tier due to about 85% of rider doubling up? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben91 Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 6 minutes ago, cinderfella said: Perhaps the title Elite has come back to bite the authorities on the bum after them claiming the top division was the ELITE league a few years ago when in all reality it was not much better than the second tier due to about 85% of rider doubling up? Last three letters were right, first two should have been S and H. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagpuss Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 It’s all to do with the way competitors are paid / employed is it not. Nothing else ones into it really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neila Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 6 hours ago, Super Blue said: So think about it, Spedeworth are getting £125,000 income out of an alleged grass roots non elite sport from a 2500 crowd, somebody somewhere seriously needs to get a fricking grip on this country's sport regulations. 'Professional elite sport' of any kind can't make a penny out of paying punters yet the stockcars can! Its absolutely 'Beep, Beep, Beeping' rediculous!!! Also led to believe that the stock car drivers pay to enter, I think this could be their way round the covid ban on crowds as competitor pays and fan pays, so a win win for the promotion who also own the stadium and bars etc so win,win win again !! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 2 minutes ago, Neila said: Also led to believe that the stock car drivers pay to enter, I think this could be their way round the covid ban on crowds as competitor pays and fan pays, so a win win for the promotion who also own the stadium and bars etc so win,win win again !! The whole situation regarding crowd levels at events is a complete farce.Logic says every event or no events should have a crowd. IMO. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 Edward Kennett now withdrawn replaced by Dan Thompson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldace Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 No surprise that Kennett has withdrawn, don't think he has a Northern satnav! Would have it been possible to give his spot to Jordan Palin? Surely a bit more competitive around the NSS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tocha Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 36 minutes ago, coldace said: No surprise that Kennett has withdrawn, don't think he has a Northern satnav! Would have it been possible to give his spot to Jordan Palin? Surely a bit more competitive around the NSS. It is quite possible that Kennett is working today and not possible to get from Hailsham to Manchester in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldace Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 Fair point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinderfella Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 8 minutes ago, tocha said: It is quite possible that Kennett is working today and not possible to get from Hailsham to Manchester in time. Which begs the question can speedway really be classed as an Elite or fully professional sport when the vast majority of riders have other jobs? Time Promoters and SCB got the true status of the sport sorted out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERACE Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 hour ago, cinderfella said: Which begs the question can speedway really be classed as an Elite or fully professional sport when the vast majority of riders have other jobs? Time Promoters and SCB got the true status of the sport sorted out. Have you just woke up? There's been no British speedway all year how do you expect them you pay the bills. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner85 Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 With Covid it was obvious that a number of riders would not be available for whatever reason. We have the best available line up for tonight and hopefully supporters will still tune in and pay for their pass. Best of British luck to all riders including all of the Aussies who are on an ACU licence. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronScorpion Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 2 hours ago, cinderfella said: Which begs the question can speedway really be classed as an Elite or fully professional sport when the vast majority of riders have other jobs? Time Promoters and SCB got the true status of the sport sorted out. A few riders went out to find work to bring in some finances because of their outlay last winter. Some work for their sponsors & some even work for delivery firms. It was only because of the suspension of racing that this happened. As some riders have come out and said that they will not be racing in a one off meeting because of lack of practice, being a danger to themselves & others & if they have mechanical issues, further finances to find or have an accident, their income is suspended. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 3 hours ago, coldace said: No surprise that Kennett has withdrawn, don't think he has a Northern satnav! Would have it been possible to give his spot to Jordan Palin? Surely a bit more competitive around the NSS. Could not find his 3mm drill bit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Col Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 Is this being shown on Eurosport or stream only? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil The Ace Posted September 28, 2020 Report Share Posted September 28, 2020 2 minutes ago, Col said: Is this being shown on Eurosport or stream only? Stream only The europsort contract been delayed 1 year. So doesnt start till next year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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