CAIRNS IS COMING

One of the hottest prospects in the sport of Speedway has pledged that this first SGB Cab Direct Championship club will be the Poole Pirates.

Teenager William Cairns, who doesn't turn sixteen, the minimum age for a Championship rider, until June 29th next year, has agreed to ride for Poole and will step into to the team on a 2.00 average.

Poole promoter Dan Ford explains, "William Cairns is undoubtedly one of the hottest prospects in British Speedway, and we are thrilled to have secured his commitment to the Pirates for the next 18 months. With multiple clubs vying for his signature, it speaks volumes that William has chosen Poole as the place where he feels he can best develop and improve in this crucial stage of his career."

"What he has already achieved in his young racing journey is nothing short of remarkable, and while it’s easy to get excited about his potential, we’re keen to manage expectations. The step up to Championship racing is a significant one, and our primary focus will be on providing William with the support, guidance, and environment he needs to thrive without undue pressure.

"Unfortunately, he won’t qualify for a league racing licence until he turns 16 on 29th June, so we’ll begin the season without him. But we know he’s eagerly counting down the days, and when that moment comes, our supporters will undoubtedly give him the warmest of welcomes at Wimborne Road. We’re proud to be a part of William’s journey and can’t wait to see what he can achieve with the Pirates."

Prior to Cairns 'coming of age', Ford has confirmed that there will be a temporary signing to cover at number seven and he hopes to be in a position to confirm who that will be in the near future.