Sandie 53 Posted February 5, 2006 Oh no, sounds like you're considering buying me a season ticket to Coventry. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Good reply Kev but I was actually thinking Reading! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason.C 111 Posted February 5, 2006 The Poole fixture list shows the race of and final at Poole but can't see anything on the speedway world web site Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rico 210 Posted February 5, 2006 Jason, The Poole fixture list shows that the meeting is in GB, not at Poole itself. Rico Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrwulfAndrew 12 Posted February 6, 2006 Please don't hold the world cup at brandon as we actually want to see some RACING Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffster 60 Posted February 6, 2006 I am sure I read in the Reading Chronicle a few weeks back (possibly when I went to the Reading FC V. Hull City game), a quote from John Posselwhite along the lines of "We have a million and one things to do before the season starts, not least of which is getting the stadium ready for the World Cup".... While the article didnt actually say that Reading would be hosting this years World Cup, why bother "getting the stadium ready for the World Cup" if it isnt being staged at Smallmead ? RacerX, can you confirm or deny my thoughts ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.W. 0 Posted February 6, 2006 I am sure I read in the Reading Chronicle a few weeks back (possibly when I went to the Reading FC V. Hull City game), a quote from John Posselwhite along the lines of "We have a million and one things to do before the season starts, not least of which is getting the stadium ready for the World Cup".... And when its ready it will still be a refuse site. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joanne 0 Posted February 11, 2006 If you look at this site http://www.crash.net/calendar_view~cid~19.htm its got Poland and Sweden for the first two meetings and Cardiff for the playoff and final. Wouldn't that be good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blackie 0 Posted February 11, 2006 If you look at this site http://www.crash.net/calendar_view~cid~19.htm its got Poland and Sweden for the first two meetings and Cardiff for the playoff and final. Wouldn't that be good <{POST_SNAPBACK}> The World Cup should be held on a proper Speedway track not a hen run like Reading, no prizes for guesing why its being held there, is there? The meeting should be held at Sheffield, its a racers track and a good surface well prepared. The Stadium and Restraunt / bar facilities are second to non, and that includes the likes of Poole or Coventry. Its a neutral track for most of the top riders who mostly ride in the Elite League, so come on Speedway Authorities, lets get together and stage an important meeting like this at a good race track and also a Stadium with excellent facilities. Its within easy reach of the M1 Motorway, and its a central Venue for fans from both the North and South of the Country, good car Parks etc. Why should the fans from the North have to travel down to Poole or Coventry every time a major event is held in this Country? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Subedei 0 Posted February 11, 2006 If you look at this site http://www.crash.net/calendar_view~cid~19.htm its got Poland and Sweden for the first two meetings and Cardiff for the playoff and final. Wouldn't that be good Wouldn't that be expensive. BSI aren't going to get 40,000 to the final, nevermind the race-off. A non-starter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iris123 21,092 Posted February 11, 2006 Yeah,i heard this a few days back.Can't for one minute think there is any truth in it.It's never going to attract enough to make Cardiff affordable.And what if the Brits fail to get through?!?!Exciting as they might be can't see too many punters wanting to shell out 30 quid or so to see Poland win Subedei and Honey maybe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Subedei 0 Posted February 11, 2006 can't see too many punters wanting to shell out 30 quid or so to see Poland win Subedei and Honey maybe You forgot HenryW and Rico. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandie 53 Posted February 11, 2006 Well Cardiff can fit in if you look at the lack of events between the 26th June and 29th August. Maybe they have got a good deal. Also any events they have after the GP are concerts so is there any way some part of the track can remain in place? I am only speculating here but maybe there is a possibility. Not sure I would be too keen though as its fine for a GP but after the fun at Swindon last year I would want a bit more terraces atmospere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J-D 22 Posted February 14, 2006 It was confirmed by JP at the Reading forum last night that subject to the back straight stand being removed / opened up then there is a good chance the play off and final will be held at Reading this year. He believes Reading have a safety certificate for 7000-8000 people. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandie 53 Posted February 14, 2006 It was confirmed by JP at the Reading forum last night that subject to the back straight stand being removed / opened up then there is a good chance the play off and final will be held at Reading this year. He believes Reading have a safety certificate for 7000-8000 people. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Did he say when a decision is likely to be made? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J-D 22 Posted February 14, 2006 Did he say when a decision is likely to be made? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> No as until the back straight is sorted and that has to be done by the landlords Stadia UK it cannot be confirmed. I personally would expect it to be confirmed by the 8th March at the P&P day as the many media will be rathered at the stadium. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
