ALL previous records of rider attendance and number of heats will be broken in the third round of the Mitas British Youth Championship at Leicester on Sunday.
An incredible total of 53 riders have registered to compete in a 57-race programme across the four classes, including Finals.
British Youth chief Neil Vatcher said: “Even though this is a record number of races, with all credit not only to the riders but the Mums and Dads and organisers, we are confident that we will run this meeting in approximately three hours baring any major mishaps.
“So any speedway fans who would like to see Britain's next generation on a Sunday afternoon, pop across to Leicester for three hours of fast and furious excitement from not only 52 boys but one girl as well.
“The British Championship for both the 500cc and 250cc is already building up to an exciting climax, as this is round three of six and each and every point the riders score is vital, as they all try to accumulate enough points to make the all-important finals.
“The 500cc has so far been dominated by Jack Parkinson who has so far won the first two rounds, and the riders in the chasing pack will all be keen that Jack does not repeat his previous victories and pull too far ahead at the halfway stage.
“The most competitive class of all in 2015 is the 250cc and recently crowned FIM World 125cc Gold Trophy winner Kyle Bickley will be keen to gain some points on the leading pack in this class, as he missed round 2 at Eastbourne due to being away in the Czech Republic winning his Gold Trophy on the same evening.
“The support races of 150cc and 125cc have also been very exciting in the first two rounds and with the winners of the 150cc Joylon West and Jason Edwards respectively both vying to be the number 1 in this class again expect some spectacular racing from these young boys.
“The 125cc will have some home support as regular Leicester mascots Dan and Joe Thompson are in this class and I’m sure that these twins will have a say come the final of this group.
“Dan has yet to be beaten in either of the first two rounds, so it will be some achievement if he manages to go through the first three rounds undefeated, although sure his twin Joe amongst others will have other ideas on that happening.”
British Youth organisers have again thanked their loyal sponsors: Mitas Tyres, Wessex Marine, Friends of Speedway, Nuneaton Speedway Supporters Club, PBHS of Barnsley, Duck Smart Cleaning Products and Trend Creative, and also the BSPA for their continued support of Britsh Youth Speedway. For the first time, Young Lions merchandise will be available on Sunday.
