Speedway racing is set to return to Armadale Stadium for the first time this year as it plays host to the fourth round of the 2020 British Youth Championship on September 19.
Following confirmation from Sportscotland, West Lothian Council and the speedway authorities, the stadium will showcase many of the brightest young talents in British speedway.
Both the Edinburgh Monarchs and Armadale Devils have seen their 2020 seasons cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic but the announcement means there will be speedway in West Lothian - although the event be behind closed doors.
Monarchs co-promoter John Campbell said: “It is with great excitement that we announce the return of speedway to Armadale after what has been a tough number of months for many people.
“As a Club it is our ethos to develop riders so hosting a round of the British Youth Championship is very much in this vein. Over 20 young British riders will be involved in what I am sure will be a fantastic afternoon.”
While fans may not be allowed to attend, they will be able to watch the drama unfolding on the Monarchs’ new live streaming service.
After months of uncertainty, Campbell said he was delighted to finally get the go-ahead to host the event, saying: “Very early on following the postponement of the start of the season we began drawing up plans to get back racing at Armadale in a manner that is safe for all.
“We now have approval from all of the necessary bodies meaning that we can get back on track and the required work has been carried out so that Armadale is compliant with all of the guidelines.
“In recent seasons we have been developing our Live Streaming service and this stands us in good stead in the current environment. All being well, there are further plans in place to stage more action at Armadale and the intention is to try to get fans back in the stadium once Scottish Government guidance allows.”
He added: “For now though, I am pleased that all will be able to tune in to the Monarchs’ official website to watch the action unfold live.”
