MATCH REPORT: Carmichael returns in convincing win against Swindon

Newport (Dig It Landscapes) Cycle Speedway team recorded their biggest win of the season, defeating a weakened Swindon Robins by 109 points to 69, at Newport Sports Village.

Although Newport won by a huge 40 points, only evergreen Kevin Greaves remained unbeaten by a Swindon rider.

The Welsh team welcomed Mark Carmichael back from injury, he looked quite sharp and near to his best.

Newport now look forward to two matches against their nearest rivals for the title, Poole, and will need to be at their best to get the league points on offer.

Newport scores:
Callum Goward 12+2, Jack Harrold 16, Ben Mould 12+3, Joe Lewis 16+2, Chris Davies 16+2, Dan Bock 15+3, Kevin Greaves 11+1, Mark Carmichael 11.

Newport CSC stage the Welsh leg of this year’s Eurovets championships this Saturday, with awards for the top four riders in the over 40s, 50s, and 60s. Tapes up at 1pm.