Actually a very valid point from a business view. If whoever is signed is likely to 0-3 points a meeting is the logic that more local and hence less travel costs the most practical solution. Certainly Southern based alternatives like Springer, Vale or Scott would be more expensive (based purely on the number of home meetings). The other option would be to wait until Marson is released by Poole and sign him on.

Says worzel gummidge driving his tractor 🚜 🤣

Doyle and Sayfutdinov both had 8+1, so I think everyone would see that higher than 7+2. Like you say both gave excuses for ducking out, leaving Thompson as next in line.  

Same in west of Scotland, Berwick colder, Glasgow wetter

I agree, I've always said that the only obstacles to overcome are injuries as well as hoping Torun don't withdraw Emil's starting permission.

Emil turned down heat 15 coz he had bike issues earlier during the meeting.