SVEDIK SUCCESS IN FLAT TRACK

CZECH Republic star Ondřej Svědík raced to victory in the opening round of the 2023 FIM Flat Track World Championships at Manchester’s National Speedway Stadium on Saturday night.

The Belle Vue track staff worked wonders to ensure the event could take place and run to its completion despite rain earlier in the day and then during the meeting.

Svedik’s fellow countryman Ervin Krajčovič followed him home for second place and the USA’s Sammy Halbert claimed third on the night.

Said Svedik: “This was a new experience for me. The track in Manchester is very different compared to where I have raced before but I enjoyed the experience.

 “To win the first round is huge for me. There are still many rounds to come and this result is a good start to my championship campaign.

“Conditions were challenging to begin with, it was quite wet after the rain but after the track work it was much better for racing and I am delighted to have won.”

Photo credit: IAN CHARLES