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Who is saying they are investing money to not win, or to come second? That’s clearly not what’s being said.

Exactly that. Trophies are a bonus when you have great racing. If you don’t have great racing, they’re the only thing… and then, the numbers don’t add up. The best thing about the Facennas isn’t the money thrown at riders, it’s the investment in the track and the product. Plus a great team of track staff - Paul, Chris and the others invest incredible hours putting it together during the season and they almost always get it spot on, which isn’t always easy with our weather.

I'd be bowled over if Rasser came back. Was quality having him in the GP Qualifier final, provided his usual entertainment. Doesn't seem the most likely scenario though. He was the best to watch in 2019 (partly because Cookie gated very well that year).

Told ya Nowak would be back… just guessing with the rest, but that one thing I knew.

Looks a fun team. Looking forward to having them at Ashfield a couple of times.

Glasgow’s running costs were six figures in the negative in 2019, and I don’t see anything to indicate they’ve improved. Crowds certainly aren’t up. So I don’t think I’d be worrying too much about any possible notional rent to the profitable company that keeps the club going. For all the transformation of the facilities, and the success of running FIM events, I don’t think it’s turned into anything like a break even venture. I’m sure they’re trying to change that, of course. But it’s a big gap.

I don't know about that. I think a fresh start will do him good, but he showed in the British Final he's still up there with as one of the best British riders outside the GPs. The biggest challenge with Cookie is he's such a enigma, and you just can't he sure what you'll get at the moment, which can be frustrating when you know what he can do, but that's not always what you get. I hope he recaptures what he had whenever he ends up, because he's still incredible to watch when he's on it.

Why wouldn't Nathan be at Poole? Surely, they'd want to hang on to him, as the two-pointer with a year's experience.

Yeah, I’d prefer Harris for the entertainment, although it’s a big average with the limit where it is. Lawson’s very good, but I want a rider to make me draw breath, like Ben does, or Rasser did, or Ulle before his injury.

I’m confident both sides want it to happen. Connor had a great average at reserve, but struggled more when he was at 2, even at home. Nowak’s average in three home matches far outstripped Connor’s home average from any year. Only Craig had a better a average of the regulars (and Tom, who topped the home averages, but from three matches).

Yes, he absolutely is.

Even if you don't have faith in Cami, Gerry and Peter aren't fools. They sign the cheques. They have a clear idea of what and who they want.

I like Scott, but no. Travel would be horrific and he's not best suited to Ashfield. His average wouldn't be worth it, for me.

No.

A month? Optimistic...

Who says Craig leaving Glasgow is the club’s decision? I can see why he’d feel it’s the best thing for him too.

The NDL racing at Berwick seemed pretty good when I went this year. The Championship racing was better than before, but still very processional.

Only 11 guaranteed home meetings. I'm not happy about that as a fan, tbh.

I don’t know. I don’t see why he wouldn’t, but others seem to think so. The only thing I’m reasonably confident about is Nowak. I’d be surprised if we don’t see him. The rest, pure guesswork. Tom held his average well riding at #5, which to be honest was a really tough gig for him early in the season. But he grew into it well, and is well placed to take another step next year, I’d say. I think he just needs to work a bit on consistency, but I don’t think any Glasgow fans would be disappointed to see him back.

Wow, I didn't realise it was that much we were over. It does seem if you read everyone, only Basso is coming back, but that seems a bit crazy to me.

The second option would be delightful and nigh on unbeatable at home. The existing riders have a combined home average of 22.68, and the other three, based on past performance, would be at least as strong - their averages would be between Ben’s and Tom’s, if they produced that again.

Vissing’s average at the end of 2019 was 8.43. He was great value that season. Seems well worth another punt, eh?

That’s not what I’m thinking. Although to be honest, I’m not following who you mean. But I’m not talking about a Dane.

Peter Facenna did say last night they haven’t got all the riders signed up yet, and are waiting for the AGM to confirm the limit, but they are working towards a 40 point limit.

Just checked my maths, and it was wrong. Three riders, 18 points. Basso, Bailey (seems the be the assumption - perhaps he will be the rider unveiled at the next Tigers Plus event), and a rider who might not be officially signed but I believe will be there on a 5 point average.