Danny King was crowned as the 2016 British Speedway champion after a thrilling final at the National Stadium in Manchester.
[b]Vans Old Skool White[/b] . King had earlier led the scorers on 13 points after adding three to his tally in the 20th heat, and the 29-year-old continued his fine form as he powered to victory in the treacherous wet conditions.The Coventry Bees and Ipswich Witches rider had been the outstanding performer on the night and gained a wildcard place at next months British Speedway Grand Prix in Cardiff. Craig Cook was forced to settle for second place, qualifying behind King for the final with 12 points, and then crossed the line after him in the final, while the impressive teenager Robert Lambert ended in third on the podium. Robert Lambert finished third in the final after winning the race-off Seven-time champion Scott Nicholls had only made the race-off on count back, but failed to qualify for the final after finishing in fourth, with Lambert crossing the line first and Steve Worrall taking the last remaining spot.But King was not to be denied the trophy as he masterfully handled the slippery race surface, surging past Cook on the outside to take first place, and never looked in danger of losing the lead. Its something Ive always wanted to do, obviously being British champion as well. Theyve both come true tonight. Danny King on Grand Prix place I just knew I had to do it. It was either going to work or it wasnt, King told Sky Sports. I thought, if its going to work, Ive got to come in it and stay in it - and thats what I did.It was just a bit of a blur, I kept waiting for the checkered flag. Although it looked all over the place, it sort of felt in control. Reflecting on his wildcard spot, King added: Its something Ive always wanted to do, obviously being British champion as well. Theyve both come true tonight. Also See: Bet on Speedway with Sky Bet
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