To be fair to Starke he's riding above his average this year.

I thought the same thing too, replacing a second string rather than a reserve in the next heat made no sense to me. As they were 10 points down were guaranteed to be able to use a tac sub on heat 7.

Neither of those riders would fit under the limit. I don't think fans can criticise the Promotion unless they can name a better 2.00 rider. In Marson's defence he's not ridden against a fellow 2 pointer this season. Both Oxford & Plymouth have strong reserves. Biggest question mark for me is picking Starke ahead of Foord. Too early to say if they got it wrong, just yet.

If Gilkes is out for a while (hopefully not) Who would they bring in to cover for him? There doesn't seem to be a lot of options out there?

Is It's unfair on the rider(because he's not good enough) and it's unfair on the paying public. having to watch him being miles off the pace and coming last in every race. People are always saying Poole can spot a riders potential. Even though he's only going to be there a few months. Danny Ford has proved, he's not got much idea about speedway riders. Marson has been riding in this country since 2018. Thats eight seasons!!! He could have picked Connor Coles, Jack Smith. Not world beaters, but might have got the odd point. Very poor decision to sign Marson.

I’m an Ipswich fan Steve and am thrilled at the side they have… put it down to a bad day and frustration at the track conditions on Monday. I probably should’ve re-read my post before clicking submit.