Speedway – Cook now captain of Great Britain

Craig Cook skippered Edinburgh Monarchs to success now Great Britain hope he can do the same for them. Picture by Nigel Duncan Media

Former Edinburgh Monarchs skipper Craig Cook has been confirmed as the new captain of Great Britain ahead of the 2017 Monster Energy Speedway World Cup.

The Belle Vue and Workington star has been in fine form so far this season and will now lead the Lions into their Event One clash with Australia, USA and Czech Republic at King’s Lynn on July 1.

Team boss Alun Rossiter believes the 30-year-old from Cumbria will thrive in the role as they aim to book their place in the final in Leszno on July 8.

Rossiter said: “I could’ve gone with one of the more experienced guys, but I just feel it’s something Craig will thrive on and bring out the best in him.”