Workington Speedway launch “Kids Go Free” initiative for 2026
Workington Speedway are delighted to confirm the launch of a ‘Kids Go Free for 2026’ community campaign, in association with three fantastic local companies – Forth Engineering, First Image Signs and MCS Plant Hire. The campaign will see young supporters aged 0 to 15 admitted free of charge throughout the 2026 season, when accompanied by […]
Jonas Jeppsen has play off goals for the Workington Comets in 2026
Workington GT Tyres Comets’ new spearhead, Jonas Jeppesen has spoken of his excitement ahead of the 2026 season, saying his move to the Northside “felt right” and that he believes the team has the ingredients to push for the play-offs. The Dane joins the GT Tyres Comets in 2026 having already enjoyed a successful visit […]
Victor Palovaara dialled in for 2026 season with the Berwick Bandits
Berwick raised a few eyebrows by recruiting Victor Palovaara is ready to over the winter – and the fully fit again Swede believes his new team will continue to do just that in 2026. The 32-year-old returned to British speedway last season after a six-year absence, catapulting himself from reserve to number one at Edinburgh […]
Ross Eco Technologies become Edinburgh Monarchs main sponsor for 2026
The Edinburgh Monarchs have announced Ross Eco Technologies as main team sponsor for the 2026 season. Ross Eco Technologies are a leading renewable energy contractor specialising in solar PV, ground source heating, and air source heating, as well as underfloor heating installation and plumbing services. Company boss Fraser Ross has been serving as a leading […]
Scunthorpe Scorpions bring Simon Lambert back into the fold
Scunthorpe have completed their team building with the return of Simon Lambert, handing the popular racer another opportunity to star in Scorpions colours. Lambert has been a familiar figure in the side over recent seasons but found 2025 a challenging campaign by his usual standards. Both rider and club will be keen to see him […]
Jamie Etherington completes the 2026 Workington Comets lineup
Workington Speedway are thrilled to complete our 2026 lineup with talented British teenager Jamie Etherington. The 16-year-old from Kent rode in the NDL and NDT last season for the Scunthorpe/Sheffield Steelers and Kent respectively, and truly came of age in British Speedway. One of the standout performances of the 2025 season was his outstanding 20+1 […]
Nathan Ablitt is a Scunthorpe Scorpion again for 2026
The Scunthorpe Scorpions have announced the return of club favourite Nathan Ablitt! Ablitt, who last rode for the Scorpions in 2024, returns for his second stint in the team, and the management are sure that he will become a favourite with the fans and teammates alike. Their Team Manager, David Howe, says he’s really pleased […]
2026 MAXiCab KO Cup Draw – Poole start their title defence against Scunthorpe
The draw has been confirmed for the early rounds of the 2026 MAXiCab KO Cup. Defending champions Poole begin their title defence in the Preliminary Round, where they face Scunthorpe in a repeat of the dramatic 2023 Final – a contest the Scorpions won in memorable fashion. The winners of that tie will progress to […]
Danish sensation Niklas Holm Jakobsen joins the Workington Comets for 2026
Workington Speedway are delighted to confirm the signing of Danish youngster Niklas Holm Jakobsen for the 2026 season. The 18-year-old joins the GT Tyres Comets as one of European speedway’s most exciting emerging talents, with the club securing his services ahead of his first-ever campaign in British Speedway. Jakobsen’s journey in the sport began at […]
“we need to pick up where we left off in 2026.” Peter Kildemand on the Berwick Bandits
Returning Dane Peter Kildemand expects his revamped Berwick Bandits side to “pick up where it left off” when the 2026 Championship season gets underway. The two-time GP winner returned to British racing for the first time in almost a decade last season, his unique style proving a perfect fit for the super-fast Borders’ circuit. Berwick […]