Pirates confirm riders for Pairs and League RIders' meetings

Poole Pirates have confirmed their riders for the SGB Championship Pairs, as well as the League Riders Championship a day later.

Saturday, April 5, will see Zach Cook and Lewis Kerr contest the Pairs event at Workington, with Richard Lawson and Kerr in the Championship League Riders event at Scunthorpe on Sunday, April 6.

Promoter Danny Ford said: “We’re really looking forward to both events, as they’ll provide valuable early-season track time for the riders involved.

“With Richard (Lawson) requesting to sit out the Pairs, it gives Zach a fantastic opportunity to step up and gain experience in a major event alongside Lewis, who will be making his competitive debut in Pirates colours.

“It’s a great pairing, and we're excited to see how they gel on the night.

"The following day, Richard will be back in action at the League Riders’ Championship in Scunthorpe, where he'll line up alongside Lewis.

“Both meetings will be a great way for our riders to get laps under their belts ahead of the start of our campaign, and we're confident they’ll give a good account of themselves.

"It’s also great that our northern team manager, Havvy, will be in attendance on both nights to support the boys. Having him there will be a real boost, ensuring everything runs smoothly and giving them that extra bit of guidance as they prepare for the season ahead.”

Poole's first team action of the season is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16, when the Pirates travel to Oxford as part of the defence of their BSN Series title.