Speedway Tracks to Replace Air-Filled Safety Fences with Water-Filled Barriers in Groundbreaking Innovation  In a revolutionary move set to change the face of speedway racing, the Speedway Control Bureau (SCB) has announced that traditional air-filled safety fences will be replaced by state-of-the-art water-filled barriers. This bold initiative aims to combine safety with track maintenance, allowing circuits to water the track without the need for tractor breaks. The “HydroBarrier” system, developed in secret over the past two years, features high-capacity water bladders positioned around the track perimeter. During races, if dust levels rise, automated valves will release a fine mist onto the surface—all without pausing the action! A spokesperson said: "We’ve always looked for ways to improve safety and efficiency. Air fences absorb impacts well, but water disperses energy even better! Plus, riders will get a refreshing splash instead of a hard bounce." Early testing has seen mixed reactions from riders, one said: "I slid out, hit the fence, and suddenly it was like being hit by a tidal wave! My bike floated away, but at least I wasn’t hurt." Despite concerns over soggy race suits and potential track flooding, promoters insist this is the future of speedway. A trial event is scheduled in the next couple of weeks, though sources say backup dryers are already on standby, just in case.

Interesting and honest interview.                                                                                                                                                      Improve the commercial side as it is in a worse situation now than ever before in terms of sponsorship. Good to hear his enthusiasm in having Cairns + Rushen down at reserve and it would make good sense to think that they will be used in promoting the sport to the local media and the targeted younger demographic. Fingers crossed on the positivity over the potential Coventry return and the future of Poole although I personally wouldn't trust any council when they are losing so much money + always at risk when a tenant and Councils looking at any potential development for a cash injection.              In terms of a TV deal it will be interesting to see what happens in the future but can't see HBO or Sky Sports getting involved again with there current sporting priorities perhaps Netflix may be an option. Should be an interesting meeting on Fri with former Pirates Nicholls, King, Thomsen + Thompson back at Wimborne Road,  

Is there a video of heat 1 crash involving Blodorn and Holder? Seen conflicting views some say it was dirty riding others saying not.   

Is there a video of heat 1 crash involving Blodorn and Holder? Seen conflicting views some say it was dirty riding others saying not.   

Unfortunately did not turn 16 till after the various Aussie championships, don't know if he has any long lost UK relative, but from what I've seen ,only on video over winter and pre season, looks a very good prospect 

My predictions 1. Glasgow 2. Poole 3. Oxford 4. Edinburgh 5. Plymouth 6. Berwick 7. Redcar 8. Workington 9. Scunthorpe   Found this a tough prediction to make, apart from Scunthorpe think any other team could make the top 4. Glasgow look to have a strong top end & have been clever with their reserves riding in "lower" positions than last year, so both should see average improvement. Poole don't look as impressive as in previous years, but Rushen could prove to be a masterstroke if he likes up to the hype. Oxford have the best heat leader trip, plus 2 second strings who have a lot of potential. Reserve strength could stop them winning trophies though. Edinburgh look a good team to me, think their reserves will add to their averages, as will Dan & Kye. If the other 3 can maintain their averages, I'll predict play-offs. Plymouth look stronger than in recent years, if Klima can prove to be a trump card, then play-offs well within their reach. Berwick's heat leader trip look very decent, Etheridge could be a 4th heat leader at home (not away), but don't rate their reserves that highly. Redcar appear to be missing back up for Wright / Klindt. Whoever is at reserve should score well, which keeps them mid table, but don't think they are quite as strong as teams above them. Workington on paper, look great at the top, but sadly Cook appears a risk, will he last the season? One of the weaker reserve pairings for me. Scunthorpe clearly looks the weakest team to me, can see heavy defeats away from home. Need to wave the magic wand with Pickering's new average, to avoid the wooden spoon.