Speedway – Tigers confirm play-off spot

SGB Championship: Ipswich Witches 41, Glasgow Tigers 49

Glasgow Tigers sealed a play-off slot when they tamed Ipswich Witches 49-41 in England.

The result is a major blow to the hopes of Glasgow’s arch rivals, Edinburgh Monarchs, who could be pushed out of the running for a top four slot.

Ipswich led 31-29 after ten races but a 5-1 for Glasgow in Heat 11 put Tigers ahead 34-32 and they cemented that with a 4-2 two races later for a 41-37 advantage.

A 5-1 in the second-last heat made the result secure at 46-38 and Glasgow closed out Ipswich with a 3-3 in the final heat.

Craig Cook topped their scoring with 13 points and Chris Harris was next best on 11 points.

Former Tigers star Richard Lawson, who was guesting for Ipswich, was best for the home side with 12 points.

Cami Brown, Tigers’ team manager, said: “We may have knocked Edinburgh out, which is quite sweet for a Glasgow manager and fan.

“More importantly, we’re happy to be in the play-offs. We’re one of four teams and any of those can win it.”