
The sector for this yr’s Ben Fund Bonanza at Glasgow’s Ashfield Stadium is now finalised forward of the assembly on Saturday twenty eighth, with a 6pm begin scheduled.
Leon Flint, Sam Hagon and Ben Barker have been confirmed as the ultimate additions to the line-up, whereas Edinburgh’s Kye Thomson steps in to interchange Charles Wright, who’s sidelined following harm sustained at Redcar’s season opener.
Barker continues his outstanding document of appearances within the occasion, sustaining an ideal run of entries since its inception. The Plymouth rider stays a long-time supporter of the assembly, having benefitted from the Ben Fund throughout his profession, and brings each expertise and dedication to the sphere. He additionally returns to a venue he’s accustomed to, having beforehand represented Glasgow.
Flint arrives at Ashfield in robust type after an energetic winter marketing campaign that has seen him racing overseas, leaving him nicely ready heading into the brand new season. Now established as a key determine in Glasgow’s Championship line-up and stepping up within the Premiership, the Northumberland rider continues to construct on his regular development within the sport. Having beforehand acquired assist from the Ben Fund, his involvement within the occasion provides additional significance.
Hagon, who may even symbolize Glasgow this season, heads into the assembly with a wonderful latest document at Ashfield, together with back-to-back victories within the British Below-21 Ultimate on the venue. After overcoming harm setbacks in latest seasons, he returns to motion eager to make use of the assembly as each preparation for the marketing campaign forward and a possibility to assist a trigger that has assisted him throughout his profession.
Thomson completes the line-up as a late substitute and can make his first look within the Bonanza. The Edinburgh rider has proven robust type at Ashfield up to now and will likely be trying to construct momentum early within the season with a stable efficiency.
The Ben Fund Bonanza stays a key fixture within the British speedway calendar, elevating very important funds to assist riders who are suffering harm, and as soon as once more incorporates a aggressive and well-balanced discipline.
The complete line-up consists of Chris Harris, Peter Kildemand, Tom Brennan, Kyle Howarth, Justin Sedgmen, Nick Morris, Tate Zischke, Danny King, Dan Thompson, Adam Ellis, Victor Palovaara, Dan Gilkes, Ben Barker, Sam Hagon, Leon Flint and Kye Thomson, with Ace Pijper named as reserve.
Tickets can be found on-line through Glasgow Speedway, with admission additionally accessible on the gate.
Characteristic Picture courtesy of Brett Thurlow Photography
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