SCORPIONS BRING BACK KENNEDY

SCUNTHORPE have named Australian racer Zaine Kennedy as their second confirmed signing for 2023 after a positive first campaign with the club.

Kennedy had hit an impressive vein of form when he suffered an horrific crash at the Eddie Wright Raceway in late July which ruled him out for the remainder of the season with a fractured pelvis.

Promoter Rob Godfrey said: “It was a nasty crash and Zaine was fortunate to escape it without any major injuries. He’s now riding again back in Australia.

“He’s a key part of our planning for next season. He’s an absolute bargain on his average (4.27), because he’s worth so much more than that.  

“It was a total no-brainer to bring back Zaine. He’s a talented rider on an upward curve, and he’s easy to deal with.”