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Great result,glad I paid for the stream at the last moment now🙂.They all chipped in and done their bit although there is still room for improvement from a couple imo. Special mention for Jody Scott,beat his opposing rising star,that is more than we can ask for.It's nice to see him still trying when he is at the back.

Be a sad day when bomber retires.

Poole more than any other team see a big drop off in crowd levels when not winning, (given they start with more than most)... Hence, when competing to win in Div 1 became unrealistically expensive, and impacted profits, they decided to compete to win in Div 2... With many of the same riders to watch.. Meaning they have stayed successful and their crowds respond regularly in good numbers, paying less than Div 1 prices to watch around 60% to 70% of those there, Div 1 riders.. Div 1/Div 2, winning either wont generate any massive financial prize, or widespread publicity, so why not be a "big fish in a small pond"... (Or should that read being a "big fish in a smaller pond than the other slightly bigger one"?).. Yes, they don't get to see GP riders but, as we have seen this season already, and seasons before, neither do some Div 1 crowds when personal career aspirations make them unavailable, (or simply Poland just tell them they cannot ride over here).. And, as we also see, the GP riders dont exactly pack in thousands when they visit do they? A very sharp business plan which isn't surprising as those who run Poole have been ahead of the curve for a long time..

If he doesn't fancy it I'll give it a bash

I've watched the BSN coverage of this meeting and must say it was very worthwhile as you get a different perspective and learn things that you don't see or hear from watching at the stadium. A few examples: Leon Flint and his bike were caked in wet shale after his first two rides. There was what appeared to be the equivalent of at least two bucketloads in a heap next to his bike in the pits. Ironically, this thread was started by shaleshifter! Leon Flint used the same set-up as his last meeting at Ashfield when he scored a 15 point maximum. Despite this, his bike felt flat and things weren't helped by the amount of shale caking him and his bike. He changed bike for his 3rd and 4th ride and it felt more comfortable to ride. Leon Flint was clearly gutted. Other Glasgow riders also had issues. This isn't a criticism of the track staff but if you remember there were some heavy showers that week. i've also been catching up with the Speedway Star who continue to provide accurate Calculated Match Averages (CMA) which include Championship, BSN Series and Knock-out Cup matches. As at 6 June 2025 Leon Flint's average was 8.00 with a Home average of 10.67 and Away average of 6.80. Dan Thompson's CMA was 10.00; Chris Harris 9.21 and Kyle Howarth 8.97. Just thought this would be of interest compared to some of the other posts that have appeared.

Spot on - for the top league it is this calibre of rider that should be the rising star if any at all The 2nd tier is the best place for this type of scheme overall imo

The last 20 years mate... A slow erosion that has sped cup.. Six teams, seven teams, makes not much, if any, difference... They will fiind a way to devalue their own competition regardless...

In my opinion the whole scheme should be scrapped, and gb riders have a larger average percentage to incentivise signing british riders. Even if riders under 24 had 20% average reduction and riders over 24 had 10% or something to that effect.

Have Redcar replaced the wrong reserve?

That was a cracking meeting, with plenty of passing. Two good teams who both deserve credit for a hard fought and competitive meeting.

Howarth was the man with his points won Lynn the match. Down to a guest.

WHAT A MOVE! Bomber 😮💣

Ah... the "Briggo" Bowser

Can't really see how 6 teams would generate much excitement among what looks like a diminishing fan base. The sport for me continues to stagnate regardless of certain people trying to dress it up. The crowd at the televised Leicester v Sheffield meeting on monday looked pretty low with most people of a certain age demographic. Something has to change or I fear the worst. Seems like I have said this over the last 3 seasons as have many others but is anyone listening.

They should have borrowed Leicester's new one.

He has a glass of water 😂

Has he got a watering can 🙃

Given that Pijper has a higher 2025 average than Spencer, I'd say no.

That's fine, but i think it would pee me off if i thought he wouldn't give something back to the fans if necessary though.. Good job most don't seem to think the same. Someone on here did say Matt is like Marmite. I certainly agree with that Nice to see Lewi seems to be on the up btw.

I think that's a bit poor. I know Jason's been knocked about and hoping to ride BUT it's a GP and surely ALL riders should have to confirm they are going to ride by a certain date. In this case the meeting reserve, LM, doesn't know where he stands with less then 48 hours to timed sessions. Smacks lack of professionalism to me. Yes I know there are 2 meeting day reserves, but the series reserves should be first pick.

Last night Redcar and Glasgow on Friday had 5 and 4 Premiership riders respectively. Berwick next week have 5 riders in Premiership teams. Poole themselves have 4. Championship racing is far more competitive and has much more fixture variety. Goodness knows what the League structure will be in 2026 with no Brummies and various other rumours about current 'premiership' teams?!

The rising star scheme in general is a total mess. Jordan Jenkins isn't a rising star and there have been many similar examples. So people people getting worked up about a couple of inexperienced young lads getting a go, who probably won't score and saying it's manipulation is all a bit weird.

It's amazing, a couple of weeks ago, it seems a majority of fans were calling for changes, saying the team wasn't good enough, Cairns alone won't turn them into challengers. Then all of a sudden 2 good results & they're the team to beat! Speedway fans can be a fickle bunch lol!

Perhaps they have realised Harrison ISNT eligible to guest after all....... On the redeclaration us outgoing average is 3.16 and Boughen shows as 3 The rotating declaration is just another manipulation of the regs to effectively allow Harrison to guest

I would agree LM seems to have got his act together I hope he is back in full time next year ,think Doyle needs to be 100% fit( takes longer at his age ) to do himself justice in the series .If he misses the cut this year I don't think he will get a W/Card next year which may mean his GP days would be over .

It’s BS comment, Chris Louis said that Doyle was hoping to ride so where he mustered that random bit of info is beyond me.

I subscribed just for the Championship package before season work out roughly £5 /per meeting good value and really well presented,you think your at the meeting IMO.

I think the probable reason would be he would have had to change the rear tyre.

Oxford will win deffo

Great to see Dan get a wildcard as I didn't think he'd get one, he definitely deserves to be in the field as he's been riding fantastically. Do feel for those who didn't win the ballot in Glasgow as none of them got in the field, especially when Bednar got in after finishing tied 6th in his qualifier.

You've hit the nail on the head there. I was looking at Magic's score of 7, which ain't bad for a number 2... he ain't a number 2 though, should be 1 the way he finished last season with his experience.

No!

Was that first bend by Tungate fair ?

Does anyone know if they switched the water bowser on when it went round on the track grade ?

They don't anticipate any issues, but Sunday is he reserve date so the cancelled meeting would run Sunday. However, this is subject to the FIM decision, there are lots of variables such as if the meeting gets to heat 16 then the result would be called. They will do absolutely everything to make sure the meeting happens though.

Links for tonight: https://vk.com/video-53550004_456242240 https://vk.com/video-220089063_456246706 http://video.ucoz.lv/index/live1/0-7

But if you stop riders like Jenkins being a "rising star" it makes the list of options even weaker, while many say it's too big a step? If that's the case all 7 "rising stars" should be Jenkins, Edwards, Flint standard etc.

Yes I agree it is a shame and personally I would rather be in the top division.

Going by the crowds reported, and the best riders will attract more of them. Add the that the apparent pull Poole has for riders, the only reason i can see is that Matt Ford does what's best for Matt Ford. He must think he can make more profit riding in the Champ, and he might be right. Would be nice if he gave his loyal fans a treat though. I know i'll get Poole fans going on about race nights etc etc. They are very loyal to Ford, and that's fine. But i'm sure most would love the Prem, and the chance to have some top riders in their team. You never know when Brum drop out, he might make up the numbers, but i'm not holding my breath... Just my own opinion of course..

But you don't get to see Holders, Kvech, Fricke, Doyle, Emil, Woffy, Bewley, Kurtz, Magic, Museilak, Zagar etc etc. And two extra teams doesn't make for 'much more fixture variety'. Plus I'd question if Championship really is 'much more competitve', really not sure it is at all. I just feel its a real shame that one of the most successful and well supported sides in the country won't strive to be the best they can be and ride at the highest level. It's all a bit safe.

The problem is there is no economic sense to ride at the higher level.

I get the reason for Jody at Oxford as he is familiar with the track. Having gone to the Young Stars meeting at the AFA in May, I would’ve actually said Jody looked more comfortable with the Lynn track and can certainly get out of the traps quicker than Luke. I think it’s fair to give them both one home and one away meeting and then make a decision based on the outcome of those

Comfortable home win.

I think Joe T deserves more credit for his performance than he's getting (from some), he only lost to Kerr (x2) Cook & Lawson. Defeated Rowe, Starke, Thomsen & Ritchings. Only lost to Poole's top 4, defeated the bottom 3, plus Rowe. A good showing from Redcar's guest.

Out of interest, why did you randomly decide to quote me and act malicious?

100% worthwhile, especially at the business end of the season where they have all the semis and finals (championship)

QF fixtures:

If Mr Tolley has any hopes of running Speedway again, I'd say yes.