HAMMER57 27 Posted September 20, 2013 Is it confirmed that it's the last we've seen of PK? If so what a great shame, I've said it many times before but what a great rider, hard but never dirty, a great racer and a nice guy to top it all off. Surely one of the most universally liked riders ever? Is there anyone with a bad word to say about the guy? Can i just add too that PK was and is one of the most pleasant speedway riders to chat with in the pits or out GOOD LUCK to PK Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mudflaps 664 Posted September 20, 2013 don't be true...! What an awful way to end a great great mans career! PK = Legend!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebrum 6,824 Posted September 22, 2013 don't be true...! What an awful way to end a great great mans career! PK = Legend!!! Who says its ended?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E I Addio 15,845 Posted September 22, 2013 Who says its ended?? We don't know for certain that it is ended, but he'll be 44 years old in December and he has just had two steel rods in his back. He can't go on for ever. I am a big big fan of PK but I would rather see him at the top or not at all. It will leave a huge gap in British speedway if and when he goes but he has had two nasty crashes this year I and don't want to see him hurt again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FAST GATER 853 Posted September 23, 2013 We don't know for certain that it is ended, but he'll be 44 years old in December and he has just had two steel rods in his back. He can't go on for ever. I am a big big fan of PK but I would rather see him at the top or not at all. It will leave a huge gap in British speedway if and when he goes but he has had two nasty crashes this year I and don't want to see him hurt again. I could not agree more I have been a huge fan of PK but feel this maybe an injury too far plus I did think that this would be the last season we would see him over here regardless of the recent injuries.To have been in the top 10 riders in the EL at the age of 43 was amazing and should be our lastng memory of him IMO ,PK give it best and don't be tempted to go to the "well" once too often . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fish keeper 165 Posted September 23, 2013 As a wolves fan ive seen the very best of PK flying a round the green and I think it only fitting he retires at the top and a good farewell meeting is given with fans from all over turning out for a really nice guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebrum 6,824 Posted September 23, 2013 We don't know for certain that it is ended, but he'll be 44 years old in December and he has just had two steel rods in his back. He can't go on for ever. I am a big big fan of PK but I would rather see him at the top or not at all. It will leave a huge gap in British speedway if and when he goes but he has had two nasty crashes this year I and don't want to see him hurt again. Indeed. Thats why its a little disappointing when people just assume he is finished without any info to back it up. PK is a strong rider and human being and nothing would please me more than to see him bounce back and get back on a bike next season and being FIT more importantly. As i have said before IF this ends his career then it will be a very sad day for British Speedway the day that happens. Until now lets just all wish him well and a complete recovery instead of speculating. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyE 822 Posted September 23, 2013 It was good to hear he was at the Swedish GP last Saturday - shame they couldn't manage an interview. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FAST GATER 853 Posted September 23, 2013 Indeed. Thats why its a little disappointing when people just assume he is finished without any info to back it up. PK is a strong rider and human being and nothing would please me more than to see him bounce back and get back on a bike next season and being FIT more importantly. As i have said before IF this ends his career then it will be a very sad day for British Speedway the day that happens. Until now lets just all wish him well and a complete recovery instead of speculating. I don't think there is a person on here who wants this to be the end of PK's career but in most cases we are being realistic ,however should he make a full recovery and return to the saddle next season that would be great news . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neb 312 Posted September 27, 2013 after speaking to his brother magnus at the plrc i had to ask the question "will he ride again" the answer was thats the plan dont write him off yet watch this space. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCB 0 Posted September 27, 2013 after speaking to his brother magnus at the plrc i had to ask the question "will he ride again" the answer was thats the plan dont write him off yet watch this space. Excellent news. It's never nice for any rider to be forced to retire. Anyone know what the oldest rider to ride in the EL is? Could PK be going or that title? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FAST GATER 853 Posted September 27, 2013 Excellent news. It's never nice for any rider to be forced to retire. Anyone know what the oldest rider to ride in the EL is? Could PK be going or that title? Sudden Sam I believe at 45yrs old that is riding a proper full season and not just riding now and again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCB 0 Posted September 27, 2013 Sudden Sam I believe at 45yrs old that is riding a proper full season and not just riding now and again. Must be the Wolves connection then. Maybe Freddie and Tai have another 20-25 years left in them yet! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
