THUMBS UP FOR OXFORD

OXFORD MD Kevin Boothby has hailed the club’s return to racing in 2022 as a massive success.

The Cheetahs had been absent from the sport for 15 years with their Cowley venue having been closed for a decade before Boothby secured a lease from Galliard Homes.

The club has enjoyed high attendance levels in both the Championship and National Development league and are already making plans for next year.

Boothby said: “The demand for speedway’s return to Oxford Stadium was extraordinary.

“Initially, we planned on running our first season in 2023, but fans’ response made it obvious we needed to race as soon as possible.

“They’ve turned out in force week in, week out, and really got behind the Cheetahs and Chargers.

“I’m really looking forward to marking the end of the club’s first season and celebrating our success story on and off the track with those who have helped to make it possible.”