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Stunning result - never expected that one in a million years. Congratulations to PK on breaking Sam Ermolenko's long standing club appearance record.

One or two decent races, but still hard to escape the feeling that its still not the Monmore Green of old. Can say the same thing for Freddie. In 2009 he dropped 7 points at home all season - he's dropped more than that in the last 2 home matches to - with all due respect - inferior opposition.

Gate 4 for the second week in a row is a graveyard. May as well stop in the pits if your on the outside

Bottom line is that NOBODY involved in last nights disaster comes away with their credit intact. I'm afraid to say that once Phil Morris showed weakness in failing to put his foot down the moment the problem with the tapes started, then the riders realised they could walk all over him. Ole Olsen has in faults (not least his role in track building), but I don't ever recall seeing the riders push him around the way that Morris was. How on earth does Jim Lawrence continue to get top FIM events? I have been at countless meetings when he's been in the box when he's dropped at least once clanger. I seem to recall Ivan Mauger saying that British referee's were traditionally weak, and last night highlighted that for me. I can understand the riders concerns over safety - lets face it it's not us putting our lives on the line - but even they come out of it with little credit. As I said last night, Tomasz Gollob deserved a much better exit from the world championship stage than the one that he was afforded to last night. There simply has to be a full scale investigation into this. The FIM and BSI have got away with sweeping things under the carpet and hoping nobody will notice for too long now, but last night cold very well be the final straw.

Really feel for Tomasz. A brilliant rider in the gp era and he deserves a much better exit than this.

This is fast approaching Ullevi 2003 levels of farce. If it hasn't overtaken it already.

This is fast approaching Ullevi 2003 levels of farfetched. If it hasn't overtaken it already.

Fantastic stage and a massive crowd. Yet speedway is again holding a big gun and blasting it's own foot off.

Terrible decisions are Jim Lawrence's specialty

Very sad news. I knew he had had problems with his health in recent months, but still very sad. A remarkable career and a highly polished broadcaster. Without wanting to turn into an anti-Pearson and Tatum topic, they could learn three things from Benaud: (1) commentary is not a forum for personal opinion; (2) hyperbole is a poor substitute for an articulate and accurate description of the actual events unfolding in front of you; and (3) neutrality is everything. RIP Richie

One thing about last night is it reminded me why I wouldn't touch Craig Cook with a bargepole. Another British rider who thinks he's better than he actually is.

Freddie wasn't dominating races at Monmore in his last season with us, so hard to see him doing it now. His ride in Heat 7 was bordering on amateurish. I still believe he'll do well to maintain his average. Some decent racing tonight. I thought Tomasz looked more comfortable as the night went on, Ricky Wells put himself about and bullied Fricke a couple of times too. I think our strong area will be at reserve, as Blackbird will get better as will Bates.

Not just the presentation itself, but the choice of music leaves a lot to be desired. I remember being at Birmingham about 7 years ago when they rode Somerset and they decided to play "I've got a brand new combine harvester" over the tannoy - obviously thinking they were being witty and clever. Its amateurish, juvenile, childish and just not funny.

Plus he likes to give the impression that he knows better.

Stunning performance from PK which kept us in the meeting, but asking to much to get a win when too many riders were passengers. Coventry had stronger reserve displays which ultimately swung it their way. I was impressed with the idea of going into the crowd with a microphone. Much as the idea of Peter York interviewing me isn't exactly a thrill, its a good way of trying to get the crowd more involved.

I think the main obstacles to all of these rules will be how strictly the referees enforce them.

Tai didn't break any rules in the British Final. OK it may not have been in the spirit of competition or whatever you want to call it, but there was nothing in the rule book to say he was doing something illegal. There was nothing to stop the other 3 riders going out and doing the same, but they chose not to. That said, I don't think you'll find anyone complaining if meetings become slicker, rather than standing around waiting.

Interested to read Jim Lynch's comments in the star. Obviously is saying what most of us have been saying for years, but I think most of of what he said is correct. I think it says a lot about the current setup that Lynch is critical of the fast track scheme, and then 2 pages later we have Neil Vatcher declaring it a "100% success".

Very worrying if rumours of stock cars at Monmore are true. Thats absolutely the last thing the track needs. Hopefully not the end for Cradley, fingers crossed you'll be able to sort something for 2015.

I seem to recall a week after the suggestions was published in the star that Len Silver wrote a letter to the SS and rubbished every idea suggested....

Herein lies the problem with young riders in the UK. Having fancy slogans and cool helmet designs is all very well, but they need to put the hard work first to establish themselves. Speedway riders are effectively businessmen as well, so need to organise a stable financial footing before trying to impress their mates. Ultimately, its down to being badly advised

In fairness, the promoters don't tend to receive bar takings as they are not the landlords. Referees need to take some responsibility on this though. Frank Eldon - for all his faults - at least knew hoe to keep a meeting moving. Some if the meeting I go to are more of an ordeal with how they drag on. Tony Steele is one of the worst culprits for it.

Agree something needs doing with the fixtures. Particularly in the EL. The current March-October span is too long and means clubs often go weeks without fixtures at peak times of the season. I'd like to see the season begin on Good Friday with all of the teams in action on the opening day (tricky to implement as it changes every year I admit) and finish on August bank holiday (again with all of the teams in action on same day). Followed by a condensed play-offs following in September (semi-final leg on Monday and Wednesday in one week and then the same for the final the following week). I'd rather see a shorter season with more regular fixtures than a longer campain with weeks of inactivity.

One things for sure. Love him or hate him, you cant ignore Nicki. GP will be a poorer place when he calls it a day. As I said last night, it was a poor decision. Riders will quite often touch going into the corners (especially early in the heat). Had KK gone down straight away then the argument to exclude Pedersen would be stronger. Pedersens catalogue of misdemeanors means few people will be prepared to give him the benefit of the doubt when hes the innocent party. Not to sure I agree with that. Tai was pretty quick towards the end of the meeting. I think Hancocks got too much integrity to start throwing races - unlike another American I can think of!

Justice done