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Post by admin on Jul 26, 2017 15:34:04 GMT
PETERBOROUGH promoter Ged Rathbone reckons five-rider races will be a big hit when the club stages the Fours early next month. Panthers are again the hosts for the annual event - which will feature all 10 second-tier clubs. Rathbone is confident the EoES track can provide even more excitement than usual with an additional racer arriving at the tapes for every heat. Rathbone added that the East of England Showground is one of the few tracks in the country big enough and wide enough for five-rider races.
The exact line-up for one of the British Speedway Promoters' Association (BSPA) major events is still to be finalist by the sport's governing body.
source for full text peterboroughpanthers.co/news 26/7/17
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Post by chrise on Jul 26, 2017 16:13:47 GMT
PETERBOROUGH promoter Ged Rathbone reckons five-rider races will be a big hit when the club stages the Fours early next month. Panthers are again the hosts for the annual event - which will feature all 10 second-tier clubs. Rathbone is confident the EoES track can provide even more excitement than usual with an additional racer arriving at the tapes for every heat. Rathbone added that the East of England Showground is one of the few tracks in the country big enough and wide enough for five-rider races. The exact line-up for one of the British Speedway Promoters' Association (BSPA) major events is still to be finalist by the sport's governing body. source for full text peterboroughpanthers.co/news 26/7/17Madness. Surely we have enough injuries in the sport without this.
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Post by chrise on Jul 26, 2017 18:13:49 GMT
Only 8 teams now running. Berwick and Scunthorpe withdrawn due to rider protests at five rider heats. What bright spark at the BSPA dreamt this up.
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Post by Hodgy on Jul 26, 2017 18:14:26 GMT
Rider power.
SPEEDWAY Great Britain's Championship Fours showpiece will go ahead with eight clubs at Peterborough on Sunday August 6 (2pm).
Plans to include all 10 teams have been scuppered with rider protests against proposals to stage five man races.
And that means two clubs - Berwick and Scunthorpe - fail to make the cut for the prestigious event.
British Speedway bosses made every effort to include every club and made all the necessary checks to ensure the format can work.
But to their disappointment a small number of riders, some of whom started social media protests against the move, have blocked the plan.
It means several riders will miss out on a pay-day and the British Speedway Promoters' Association wish to apologise to fans of both Berwick and Scunthorpe who are now not in the meeting.
However, the full draw for the two groups will be made on Thursday morning and a further update will then be issued.
Source: speedwaygb.co
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Post by Bigcatdiary on Jul 26, 2017 19:59:04 GMT
Rider power. SPEEDWAY Great Britain's Championship Fours showpiece will go ahead with eight clubs at Peterborough on Sunday August 6 (2pm). Plans to include all 10 teams have been scuppered with rider protests against proposals to stage five man races. And that means two clubs - Berwick and Scunthorpe - fail to make the cut for the prestigious event. British Speedway bosses made every effort to include every club and made all the necessary checks to ensure the format can work. But to their disappointment a small number of riders, some of whom started social media protests against the move, have blocked the plan. It means several riders will miss out on a pay-day and the British Speedway Promoters' Association wish to apologise to fans of both Berwick and Scunthorpe who are now not in the meeting. However, the full draw for the two groups will be made on Thursday morning and a further update will then be issued. Source: speedwaygb.co Rider power yeah that and untold pages on the BSF saying what a crock of rubbish it was.
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Post by admin on Jul 26, 2017 21:53:33 GMT
Only 8 teams now running. Berwick and Scunthorpe withdrawn due to rider protests at five rider heats. What bright spark at the BSPA dreamt this up. I was going to try to post something sensible (well as sensible as anything else I post) but when you look at it it's just comical and sums the sport up. 2017 was supposed to be the new era for our sport but the race to the bottom continues at pace and the sport's governing body can't even organise the simplest of meetings
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Post by chrise on Jul 27, 2017 11:03:44 GMT
Only 8 teams now running. Berwick and Scunthorpe withdrawn due to rider protests at five rider heats. What bright spark at the BSPA dreamt this up. I was going to try to post something sensible (well as sensible as anything else I post) but when you look at it it's just comical and sums the sport up. 2017 was supposed to be the new era for our sport but the race to the bottom continues at pace and the sport's governing body can't even organise the simplest of meetings Apparently all teams are now back in after a change of mind at Fawlty Towers. This could be the new version of the Hokey Cokey Cup.
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Post by admin on Jul 27, 2017 11:33:07 GMT
I was going to try to post something sensible (well as sensible as anything else I post) but when you look at it it's just comical and sums the sport up. 2017 was supposed to be the new era for our sport but the race to the bottom continues at pace and the sport's governing body can't even organise the simplest of meetings Apparently all teams are now back in after a change of mind at Fawlty Towers. This could be the new version of the Hokey Cokey Cup. Be fair, this is good BRITISH Speedway bosses have worked through the night to agree a new format which sees Berwick and Scunthorpe brought back into the Championship Fours. The prestigious event, at Peterborough on Sunday August 6, will now feature all 10 clubs after management members responded to fans' feedback and representations from the two clubs who, under the standard format, failed to make the cut.
The meeting, part of the SGB major events series, will now feature semi-finals with 10 heats each and a 12 race final. It means fans are in for a bumper afternoon of racing, starting at 2pm, and the British Speedway Promoters' Association hope everyone enjoys the occasion. The Association have worked hard with members of our media team to reach the solution and we would like to wish all 10 clubs the very best of luck for the day. Meanwhile a further announcement will be made shortly regarding the line-ups and which group each club is in.
We would like to thank fans for their patience and understanding and for their continued support of British Speedway. BSPA
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Post by admin on Jul 27, 2017 11:38:14 GMT
What is the standard format? The standard format had 10 teams in it. Their reaction to the fallout was to concoct a formula to exclude two teams which has now been knocked on the head because of their reaction to that fallout. Nothing like having a plan and confidence in your decisions
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Post by admin on Jul 28, 2017 16:50:25 GMT
PETERBOROUGH promoter Ged Rathbone has pledged to put on a super show - despite difficulties in the build-up to the Fours.
British Speedway Promoters' Association (BSPA) chiefs have now ruled the event will feature all 10 clubs.
And Rathbone is adamant a terrific spectacle is in store at a track which provides arguably the finest racing in the country.
He said: "There has obviously been a fair bit of speculation and discussion about the Fours in recent days.
"The format of the meeting is decided by the BSPA. We are simply the event hosts and our focus is solely on making the day as memorable as possible.
"The Fours is a unique event which brings so many clubs, riders and fans together in one place."
The meeting will feature 32 heats of speedway. Two 10-race semi-finals are followed by 12 heats in the final.
Group A - Peterborough Edinburgh, Sheffield, Workington and Scunthorpe.
Group B - Glasgow, Ipswich, Redcar, Newcastle and Berwick.
source: club website
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Post by Hodgy on Jul 28, 2017 23:32:11 GMT
Rider power. SPEEDWAY Great Britain's Championship Fours showpiece will go ahead with eight clubs at Peterborough on Sunday August 6 (2pm). Plans to include all 10 teams have been scuppered with rider protests against proposals to stage five man races. And that means two clubs - Berwick and Scunthorpe - fail to make the cut for the prestigious event. British Speedway bosses made every effort to include every club and made all the necessary checks to ensure the format can work. But to their disappointment a small number of riders, some of whom started social media protests against the move, have blocked the plan. It means several riders will miss out on a pay-day and the British Speedway Promoters' Association wish to apologise to fans of both Berwick and Scunthorpe who are now not in the meeting. However, the full draw for the two groups will be made on Thursday morning and a further update will then be issued. Source: speedwaygb.co Rider power yeah that and untold pages on the BSF saying what a crock of rubbish it was. Do they ever consider opinions posted on the BSF, even after bypassing the serial planks. It was a ridiculous idea that, in my opinion, would have gone ahead if not for rider refusals. So much time to agree a format and promote a major event, wasted - absolute F Up!
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Post by admin on Jul 29, 2017 7:50:26 GMT
Rider power yeah that and untold pages on the BSF saying what a crock of rubbish it was. Do they ever consider opinions posted on the BSF, even after bypassing the serial planks. It was a ridiculous idea that, in my opinion, would have gone ahead if not for rider refusals. So much time to agree a format and promote a major event, wasted - absolute F Up! That's the problem. There should be none of this waiting for dates and working out formats cobblers. The major events should be given to whoever can guarantee a date and has the facilities to cope. Along with that announcement comes the meeting formats. It's not rocket science or that difficult is it, or am I missing something? Not sure why I'm worrying anyway, I'm long past taking a day out for this, suffering all of the dead time; these days filled with Tarzan's endless waffle as he pounces on the next victim, topped by an early evening finish if you're lucky.
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Post by Hodgy on Jul 29, 2017 20:41:23 GMT
The 4's used to be a great afternoon with good natured vocal rivalry. Now, my first thought is 32 heats, $hit that's going to be a long tedious afternoon / evening. The waiting really does pi$$ me off. As a result of rider / fan pressure we now have all teams competing. Seriously hope we don't have the usual late notice sick notes.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2017 17:27:58 GMT
The 4's used to be a great afternoon with good natured vocal rivalry. Now, my first thought is 32 heats, $hit that's going to be a long tedious afternoon / evening. The waiting really does pi$$ me off. As a result of rider / fan pressure we now have all teams competing. Seriously hope we don't have the usual late notice sick notes. After listening to an interview Jack Holder gave - post Torun meeting at the weekend when he said he would like to race there again this weekend if asked I am not confident we will have our Number 1 lining up for us! 😢😢
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Post by Hodgy on Aug 1, 2017 19:27:27 GMT
The 4's used to be a great afternoon with good natured vocal rivalry. Now, my first thought is 32 heats, $hit that's going to be a long tedious afternoon / evening. The waiting really does pi$$ me off. As a result of rider / fan pressure we now have all teams competing. Seriously hope we don't have the usual late notice sick notes. After listening to an interview Jack Holder gave - post Torun meeting at the weekend when he said he would like to race there again this weekend if asked I am not confident we will have our Number 1 lining up for us! 😢😢 Recall a conversation stating we refused to sign the Polish priority commitment regarding Jack. However, after his performance for Torun last week if they come calling - the commitment will mean 'Jack'!
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Post by admin on Aug 2, 2017 11:10:26 GMT
PETERBOROUGH are appealing for supporters to help with preparations for the Fours. Panthers stage the annual event at the EoES on Sunday. The club will hold a working party from 10am to 3pm on Saturday and welcome any assistance from fans. Anyone available can either contact the team manager in advance through Facebook, or simply turn up on the day. Source club website. Facebook ay, well that Rodders and a few more excluded There was a noisy do near me last Saturday that wasn't that well attended I heard? Allegedly they didn't know why because it had been on Facebook - say no more squire GROUP APETERBOROUGH: Jack Holder, Chris Harris, Paul Starke, Ulrich Ostergaard (reserve: Bradley Wilson-Dean). EDINBURGH: Sam Masters, Erik Riss, Ricky Wells, Theo Pijper (reserve: Josh Pickering). SHEFFIELD: Josh Grajczonek, Josh Bates, Kyle Howarth, Lasse Bjerre (reserve: Todd Kurtz). WORKINGTON: Craig Cook, Ty Proctor, Thomas Jorgensen, Mason Campton (reserve: Matt Williamson). SCUNTHORPE: Michael Palm Toft, Lewis Kerr, Ryan Douglas, Josh Auty. GROUP BGLASGOW: Richard Lawson, Aaron Summers, Ricky Worrall, Nike Lunna (reserve: Dan Bewley). NEWCASTLE: Robert Lambert, Steve Worrall, Stuart Robson, Ludvig Lindgren (reserve: Ashley Morris). IPSWICH: Danny King, Rory Schlein, Cameron Heeps, Kyle Newman (reserve: Justin Sedgmen). REDCAR: Jason Garrity, Charles Wright, Ben Barker, Jonas B Andersen (reserve: Ellis Perks). BERWICK: David Howe, Jye Etheridge, Kevin Doolan, Dany Gappmaier.
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Post by admin on Aug 3, 2017 13:00:10 GMT
The 4's used to be a great afternoon with good natured vocal rivalry. Now, my first thought is 32 heats, that's going to be a long tedious afternoon / evening. The waiting really does p' me off. As a result of rider / fan pressure we now have all teams competing. Seriously hope we don't have the usual late notice sick notes. "Peterborough are also running competition to select the music used during the parade ahead of each semi-final and final." semi 1 - The Jam "Start" or The Rolling Stones - "Start Me Up" semi 2 - Avicii "Wake Me Up" Final - Ace "How Long Has This Been Going On?" of course depending on medical cover (hopefully not needed) and an air bag going pop: This should keep Poppy entertaining the crowd: TimeWarp
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Post by Bigcatdiary on Aug 4, 2017 6:46:49 GMT
Lasse Bjerre, Kyle Newman and Jye Etheridge were all withdrawn with injuries after crashing in matches last night so get your pens ready if buying one of the Fours programmes Sunday.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2017 18:19:39 GMT
Lasse Bjerre, Kyle Newman and Jye Etheridge were all withdrawn with injuries after crashing in matches last night so get your pens ready if buying one of the Fours programmes Sunday. .. Much more concerning for our fans - have just read on the BSF - Polish Xtra section of the Internstional part that Jack Holder will be riding on Sunday for Torun - anyone know why this is allowed?
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Post by Bigcatdiary on Aug 4, 2017 18:47:11 GMT
Lasse Bjerre, Kyle Newman and Jye Etheridge were all withdrawn with injuries after crashing in matches last night so get your pens ready if buying one of the Fours programmes Sunday. .. Much more concerning for our fans - have just read on the BSF - Polish Xtra section of the Internstional part that Jack Holder will be riding on Sunday for Torun - anyone know why this is allowed? I seriously doubt it is, if he does that's another Holder going to be banned for the rest of the season, Torun are bottom of the extra league so cannot have too many fixtures left. Any ban will affect Poole as much as Panthers, that's a lot of matches.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2017 18:51:02 GMT
.. Much more concerning for our fans - have just read on the BSF - Polish Xtra section of the Internstional part that Jack Holder will be riding on Sunday for Torun - anyone know why this is allowed? I seriously doubt it is, if he does that's another Holder going to be banned for the rest of the season, Torun are bottom of the extra league so cannot have too many fixtures left. Any ban will affect Poole as much as Panthers, that's a lot of matches. can't see him not turning up , he needs Britain ,if he gets a ban it could be he wont riding in this country next season , he could hit visa trouble
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2017 19:52:14 GMT
I agree with what you both say but the post on the BSF seems very convincing - have either of you read it?
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Post by rodders on Aug 4, 2017 21:11:50 GMT
Typical Speedway is it not? Doubt the truth will be known till the day when all inside Stadium and paid their money. Word on BSF is that both Holders already flown out to Poland.
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Post by Hodgy on Aug 4, 2017 21:18:48 GMT
Hope it's not true but rumours are gathering. No Holder would be a serious game changer (who would be a promoter). Also now looks like no Masters for Edinburgh, reading bad shoulder injury tonight.
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Post by Hodgy on Aug 4, 2017 21:25:48 GMT
The 4's used to be a great afternoon with good natured vocal rivalry. Now, my first thought is 32 heats, that's going to be a long tedious afternoon / evening. The waiting really does p' me off. As a result of rider / fan pressure we now have all teams competing. Seriously hope we don't have the usual late notice sick notes. "Peterborough are also running competition to select the music used during the parade ahead of each semi-final and final." semi 1 - The Jam "Start" or The Rolling Stones - "Start Me Up" semi 2 - Avicii "Wake Me Up" Final - Ace "How Long Has This Been Going On?" of course depending on medical cover (hopefully not needed) and an air bag going pop: This should keep Poppy entertaining the crowd: TimeWarp My prediction is an afternoon of The Stranglers, 'hangingaround'!
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