This is especially so after the Potters signed young Danish rider, Krister Jacobsen after being highly recommended by current World Champion and Lynn track record holder, Nicki Pedersen.

Krister joins two of his fellow countryman in the Stoke team along with young British sensation, Ben Barker plus Andrew Moore, Buzz Burrows, and in to replace the injured Lee Complin is Richard Hall.

Hall had a sensational meeting at the Norfolk Arena a few weeks back with the Scunthorpe Scorpions, and is one of the best choices of guest the Potters could have made.

Stars team manager, Rob Lyon, has been anticipating this encounter.
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He said: "In my last four years as team manager I have always enjoyed our meetings against Stoke – their team seems to have a lot of fight and character.

"This year we will have to be extra wary as riders like Ben Barker and Andrew Moore have stepped up a gear and have the potential to beat our top two.

"Hall is also a great choice of guest and it will also be interesting to see how the three Danish riders do because as we all know Lynn is one of Nicki Pedersen's favourite tracks.

"No doubt they would have asked him for a few pointers!"

The good news for the Stars management and fans is that Shaun Tacey and Kozza Smith escaped any serious injuries after their two separate crashes last Wednesday and are fit to resume racing.

Today is the second summer theme night of August, with fans encouraged to join in the "Swinging 60s".

Stars team: 1 Kevin Doolan 10.12, 2 Shaun Tacey 6.76, 3 Tomas Topinka 9.05, 4 Simon Lambert 5.43, 5 Rusty Harrison 6.47, 6 John Oliver 4.71, 7 Kozza Smith 4.73.

Stoke: 1 Richard Hall 8.80, 2 Krister Jacobsen 7.00, 3 Ben Barker 7.95, 4 Jesper Kristianson 5.04, 5 Andrew Moore 6.19, 6 Buzz Burrows 4.99, 7 Klaus Jakobsen 3.49.

Parade starts at 7:30pm at the Norfolk Arena.

Admission prices are Adults £12, concessions £8, 12-15yrs £4, and all kids 11 and under are free.