mikebv 10,162 Posted June 28, 2019 On 19 June 2019 at 8:05 PM, racers and royals said: I haven`t particularly enjoyed the practice this season- my argument is that Friday nights before the GP`s should be sacrosanct for the riders. The Polish Extraleague do not need to put fixtures on these dates, but think everything revolves around them !!! Because it does.... And looking at the crowds this year at the meetings the TV companies (and more importantly maybe), the sponsors, will be delighted with their huge investment.. Regular full houses regardless of whether Friday, Saturday or Sunday, top names on view, and hard, intense close racing from first race to last... The hard and intense standard of racing no doubt down to the money that these lads are on, the pressure to keep that position in the team that brings the riches, and the fervent tribal fan base generated in Poland.. The Speedway World now does revolve around Poland... As those who pay the piper, calls the tune.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark 1,497 Posted June 29, 2019 On 6/28/2019 at 7:15 AM, mikebv said: Because it does.... And looking at the crowds this year at the meetings the TV companies (and more importantly maybe), the sponsors, will be delighted with their huge investment.. Regular full houses regardless of whether Friday, Saturday or Sunday, top names on view, and hard, intense close racing from first race to last... The hard and intense standard of racing no doubt down to the money that these lads are on, the pressure to keep that position in the team that brings the riches, and the fervent tribal fan base generated in Poland.. The Speedway World now does revolve around Poland... As those who pay the piper, calls the tune.... I agree. The fans seem to love Friday night racing as the stadiums are packed. If honest the riders will do too because of the financial rewards through the TV contract. If the riders had a choice of pratice or earning a big wage packet I'd think they would take the latter. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racers and royals 8,696 Posted July 10, 2019 Drabik wildcard reserves are Liska and Cierniak Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrizHeathen 37 Posted July 24, 2019 An alternative to Friday night practice at Wroclaw is the Opole v Krakow fixture, starts at 5pm and only an hours train journey from Wroclaw. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racers and royals 8,696 Posted July 24, 2019 1 hour ago, BrizHeathen said: An alternative to Friday night practice at Wroclaw is the Opole v Krakow fixture, starts at 5pm and only an hours train journey from Wroclaw. No way would i want to be anywhere near the shambles of a team that is Wanda Krakow- 75-15 will be the score !!!! Won`t get in at Lublin without a ticket so it would be Grudziadz for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stewmac 458 Posted July 24, 2019 3 hours ago, racers and royals said: No way would i want to be anywhere near the shambles of a team that is Wanda Krakow- 75-15 will be the score !!!! Won`t get in at Lublin without a ticket so it would be Grudziadz for me. In my case it'll simply be a leisurely and relaxing evening around the square in Wroclaw.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark 1,497 Posted July 24, 2019 Grudziadz to Wroclaw is nearly 300 miles. Have a nice time doing the drive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racers and royals 8,696 Posted July 24, 2019 9 minutes ago, Mark said: Grudziadz to Wroclaw is nearly 300 miles. Have a nice time doing the drive. Not sure anyone will- i will be sat at home watching the 2 Extraleague matches and then the GP qualifying(off tape). the highlight will be how they fill the hour with just 8 riders- i hope they take up my suggestion of 2 runs for each. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PHILIPRISING 7,298 Posted July 24, 2019 2 hours ago, stewmac said: In my case it'll simply be a leisurely and relaxing evening around the square in Wroclaw.... GOOD idea. Making a rare SGP trip to this one ... was at the first one there in 1995. Times have changed. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark 1,497 Posted July 24, 2019 1 hour ago, PHILIPRISING said: GOOD idea. Making a rare SGP trip to this one ... was at the first one there in 1995. Times have changed. the track looks great for racing so you should have a good GP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrizHeathen 37 Posted July 24, 2019 8 hours ago, racers and royals said: No way would i want to be anywhere near the shambles of a team that is Wanda Krakow- 75-15 will be the score !!!! Won`t get in at Lublin without a ticket so it would be Grudziadz for me. Opole is only just up the road, hence the choice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racers and royals 8,696 Posted July 25, 2019 8 hours ago, BrizHeathen said: Opole is only just up the road, hence the choice. I know that- however the choice is bad. Find a sports bar in Wroclaw and watch the Extraleague would be my suggestion. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shockster 397 Posted July 25, 2019 17 hours ago, stewmac said: In my case it'll simply be a leisurely and relaxing evening around the square in Wroclaw.... 13 hours ago, Mark said: the track looks great for racing so you should have a good GP. I'll be doing the same around the square which is a cracking place. I went to Wroclaw v Czestachowa last season (first visit to Poland) and the racing was brilliant. Inside gate was an early advantage but evened up very quickly and loads of passing. Can't wait. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stewmac 458 Posted July 25, 2019 33 minutes ago, Shockster said: I'll be doing the same around the square which is a cracking place. I went to Wroclaw v Czestachowa last season (first visit to Poland) and the racing was brilliant. Inside gate was an early advantage but evened up very quickly and loads of passing. Can't wait. It is indeed. Wroclaw is beautiful. This will be my 14th trip to Polska and I'm looking forward to it as much as any previous visit. Can't wait too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
james1234 49 Posted July 25, 2019 Looking forward to my first trip to Wroclaw, I have a feeling this is the round when the series really ignites, weather looking good at the moment as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites