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I have just read this online - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/52024970.

He has just been on FiveLive again.

FiveLive are running this story in its news bulletins today. At this rate the ‘big man’ will be trending on Twitter, lol!

No doubt it is a fantastic coup for the Witches and a boost for the sport in general. I remember the excitement when it was announced the Falcons had re-signed Ivan Mauger (for home meetings only) in our ill-fated return to the British League in 1984. Although he still managed an average a fraction over 8pts - which is today's standard would be good - he was a shadow of the rider he once was and was at time beat by some pretty average riders who would not have got near him when he was in his pomp. It may have been only a fraction of a second out of the gate but in modern racing it made all the difference especially for someone who prided themselves on their gating ability. It was similar for Verner when he returned - although not renowned for his gating - his fence scraping escapades that made him such a favourite was largely gone. No doubt some of the hunger must go also as well as the realisation of the risks must be greater. Still all were great riders, Mauger the greatest, Verner one of the best all action riders around the County Ground and as for Jason Crump I would urge anyone if you get the chance to see him in action to make a special effort to go and see one of the greats of modern Speedway.

One of the or problems is the league in its present structure isn’t big enough to have a play-off structure in place. If you wanted to keep it why not seed the winner of the league direct to the final (so at least there is some reward for finishing top) and then have second and third in a play-off to see who faces them.

Or the comedy channel.

Hi, has anyone or does anyone know when the Cardiff GP tickets are being sent out? Thanks in advance.

Many thanks.

Hi has anyone got or know the result from today's British Masters?

There is a hotel listed on eBay for the Cardiff GP weekend - 2 nights - ideal if you want to go to the pairs the night before and stay over the night of the GP. Details Here

I have just checked on the hotels website and the dates I have stated are now completely sold out. If you still looking for a room PM me.

I have a room for sale near Newport (just off the motorway). It is a double room with twin beds and is booked for two nights (friday & saturday) - so is ideal for anyone who wishes to go to the Pairs at Somerset the night before and then can enjoy a relaxing night after the GP before travelling back home. Currently the room rate for the two nights are - £155 (checked tonight 11/6/19) and is sure to go up nearer the event. I am prepared to sale for £120 - message me if you are interested or have any further questions. Thanks. PS, Apologies as I have previously posted this on the Speedway & International Events messageboard on here but thought more casual supporters are likely to look on this board instead.

lol, very good!

Can anyone advise me when the tickets are sent out for the Cardiff GP?

Update: I have just checked and there are now only two rooms available for those date. Also, I should have stated that the room I am selling has two single beds.

Was the period of no Speedway on the TV and the pig-headiness of some of the promotors during that period the cause of today's problems? Not only during this time did Speedway fall from the public's conscience but now when you go to many meetings and look around it is now a largely elderly audience who most probably remember the halcyon days of the sport. Sadly lacking are the age group between 25-35 year olds who would have been the age most affected by Speedways lack of coverage both on TV and mainstream media press (pre-internet). Sadly though and perhaps more of the problem it is that age group who are now have offspring of the age that Speedway so desperately needs to attract.

Reading .v. Exeter, oh the memories of the Bank Holiday double-headers! Full credit to the people who are keeping the names of these two proud Speedway clubs alive but just so sad that both teams have come to this.

Hi, it is at the Days Inn, Magor. Here is a link to the website: https://www.daysinnrc.co.uk/locations/days-inn-newport-magor/

I have a room for sale near Newport (just off the motorway). It is a double room with twin beds and is booked for two nights (friday & saturday) - so is ideal for anyone who wishes to go to the Pairs at Somerset the night before and then can enjoy a relaxing night after the GP before travelling back home. Currently the room rate for the two nights are - £155 (checked tonight 20/6/19) and is sure to go up nearer the event. I am prepared to sale for £120 - message me if you are interested or have any further questions. Thanks.

What do Somerset and Plymouth do?

Thanks for the reply. I am disabled and a Speedway fan - the guy who would take me is more of a 'take it or leave it fan'.

Thanks for the replies. The tracks that we are thinking of visiting are: Plymouth, Swindon, Somerset, Poole & Birmingham. For what it’s worth I think Triple.H is correct. Football has a criteria that has to be met before an Enabler/Carer is allowed entry - that is fine, but can you try explaining this to someone who operates a turnstile at Speedway?

Do any tracks offer disabled people who need an Enabler/Carer free admission for the person accompanying them providing they have proof of the higher rate care component. I know many sports do and wondered what Speedway tracks do. Feel free to add track names in this thread.

At long last could there be some light at the end of the tunnel and well done to the campaigning to all those involved. Speedway needs teams of the stature of Coventy, Exeter, Cradley etc. Regarding the state of Brandon, perhaps it may be best to start from the ground up. Remembering the size of the land Brandon is on would it not be possible to do some tie up with a commercial partner who would build a Grandstand that had facilities incorporated that could be used throughout the week, i.e, Conference/Wedding venue, Gym, etc. It may result in Brandon looking different from the facility that closed but going forward Coventry fans would have a stadium more suited to this century than the last one. Most importantly Bees fans would have a team on there own track to support.

Anyone who is interested in this meeting. You can listen online to the live commentary - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/live/motorsport/48037399