I think most thought including the bookies that Poole's original starting 1-7 was good with one or two question marks. One of the main reasons for our slow start was Chris Holder being unable to ride, compounded by a slow start by one of two others like Josh and Brady didn't help, Szczpaniek was a mistake but understandable to get him as his form in Poland the previous season was very good.
There is no doubt we got a bit of luck in the play offs but luck is part of all sport. Harris obviously was a major boost to the team and it is a shame he can't be fitted in but that's how the averages work sometimes.
Peterborough also looking strong with Hans and Harris in my opinion.
We won't have a true number one this season I think that is a given but I hope we have someone other than Kurtz as the top rider or at least someone capable of holding down the number one spot because Kurtz has proved he isn't good enough for that position.