bellevueace 913 Posted August 10, 2017 Whilst not being a fan of Chapman I support him in his actions, the powers that be need to take a stand against rider power before it becomes completely out of control. Those that would continue their appeasement to these whingers should realise the tail has to stop wagging the dog. These two plus the likes of Schlein are always happy to have a pop at speedway in this country, but are also happy to take advantage of riding here, that two now cant ride here they are still whinging, the old adage be careful what you wish for comes to mind. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve0 5,517 Posted August 10, 2017 Pity his partner in crime managed to scrounge his medical certificate, otherwise he could have received his 28 days too What for? Being injured? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheReturn 1,724 Posted August 10, 2017 What for? Being injured? But it's ok, don't worry yourself SteveO, he made a quick recovery, bless him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Jones 2,127 Posted August 10, 2017 What for? Being injured? A very debatable injury too . Based on the fact he was perfectly fit the following night. Escaped his due punishment on a technicality IMO. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCB 0 Posted August 10, 2017 Interesting they have used rule 3.2.10.... If my name was Jack Holder I'd be worried they were coming for me next! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aroundtheboards 264 Posted August 10, 2017 Cook next to come under the axe ???? !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Jones 2,127 Posted August 10, 2017 Interesting they have used rule 3.2.10.... If my name was Jack Holder I'd be worried they were coming for me next! Hopefully 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve0 5,517 Posted August 10, 2017 A very debatable injury too . Based on the fact he was perfectly fit the following night. Escaped his due punishment on a technicality IMO. He had a medical certificate - there is no debate - despite what you may think/want Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Jones 2,127 Posted August 10, 2017 He had a medical certificate - there is no debate - despite what you may think/want He had a certificate , but I think there is plenty of room for debate. I accept he won't be punished, however I believe he knew the consequences of his actions when withdrawing, so covered his "rear" with a certificate, which seem to be handed out like confetti in the world of speedway. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waytogo28 2,054 Posted August 10, 2017 He had a medical certificate - there is no debate - despite what you may think/want Please could TB or his representative scan the alleged certificate and display it on here? No such certificate was issued by anyone with the authority to do so on the night. TB was just signed out of the meeting because the "injury" may have impeded his further riding that night. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foamfence 2,917 Posted August 10, 2017 unlike Britain, where riders always get paid ontime... No, but neither is it a case of the grass always being greener. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Jones 2,127 Posted August 10, 2017 (edited) Please could TB or his representative scan the alleged certificate and display it on here? No such certificate was issued by anyone with the authority to do so on the night. TB was just signed out of the meeting because the "injury" may have impeded his further riding that night. Well there you go Steve Zero make what you will from that post. Seems there is still plenty of room for debate. Edited August 10, 2017 by Dave Jones Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Star Lady 5,400 Posted August 10, 2017 Bit gob smacked by all of this. Fully supported his original 28 day ban and his sacking but 9 months!!! I'm wondering if he has actually got another 28 day ban which starts from the beginning of next season and there's been some journalist licence taken. There again it doesn't change much as he couldn't ride in the UK this season anyway. Maybe it's karma for all the male cow dung he has been spouting on twitter, the comments to Graham Drury in particular were totally out of order, maybe that's what breaching rule 3.2.7 refers to. Forgive the ramblings 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve0 5,517 Posted August 10, 2017 Please could TB or his representative scan the alleged certificate and display it on here? No such certificate was issued by anyone with the authority to do so on the night. TB was just signed out of the meeting because the "injury" may have impeded his further riding that night. From the speedwaygb report: "But having been issued with a medical certificate, the SCB had no grounds to take action against the Queenslander.". As I said there is no debate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark 1,497 Posted August 10, 2017 Holder's tweet to Drury was pathetic. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
