Workington Speedway have confirmed the return of Troy Batchelor for the 2026 season.
The 38-year-old from Brisbane, Australia rejoins the GT Tyres Comets for a THIRD successive season.
The former Grand Prix rider and Elite League Champion has played a key role in the Comets’ revival and their run to the 2024 playoffs, which led to him taking on the captaincy in 2025. Troy spent the 2025 season at number one, but with the signing of new talisman Jonas Jeppesen, he is expected to move into a second or third heat-leader position in 2026.
A move which Comets promoter Andrew Bain believes will provide a solid foundation for the team:
“Troy has shown over the past two seasons exactly what he brings to the team, both on and off the track, and having him in that second or third heat-leader role strengthens us massively.“
“Although his average dropped last year, he was in a tough position at number one. In 2024 he was at number five, and we saw what he could do from that position. Batch still produced some solid scores from number one throughout 2025, particularly away at Scunthorpe and Edinburgh.”
“Troy brings a calmness and maturity that filters through the whole side. His experience, coupled with some excellent team riding, gives us real stability, and we’re delighted to have him back for next season.”
Troy rejoins the GT Tyres Comets for 2026 alongside Jonas Jeppesen, Tate Zischke and Vinnie Foord on a starting average of 7.10.
Words and Image courtesy of Workington Speedway
