Australian Jason Doyle emerged victorious in the FIM Speedway Grand Prix second round in Poland, winning six out of seven races. He narrowly edged out Polish rider Bartosz Zmarzlik, who finished second in front of his home crowd. British rider Robert Lambert took third place in the final, with Slovakian Martin Vaculik following behind. In the semi-finals, Doyle triumphed over fellow Australian rider Chris Holder, who failed to progress and lost valuable points in the overall standings. This win marks Doyle’s first Speedway Grand Prix victory since 2017, putting him in the lead of the World Championship standings as he looks forward to the third round in Germany.
In a post-race interview, Doyle expressed his disbelief at his long-awaited victory, stating, “I tried so hard for so many years to get back onto the top step and it has finally happened.” He acknowledged the pressure that comes with leading the world standings and remained humble, recognizing that there are still eight more Grand Prix events to go. Despite the celebratory mood, Doyle experienced an embarrassing moment when he crashed his bike while attempting a wheelie after the race. Despite the mishap, he expressed gratitude for the win, calling it a “bitter-sweet moment” that he will cherish.
Before the final race, Doyle strategically selected the inside gate while Zmarzlik chose the outside. Doyle shared his thought process, revealing that he felt the pressure of being the top points scorer and anticipated a tough race against Zmarzlik. With a solid start and a great feeling on his bike, Doyle managed to maintain his lead and secure the victory. Zmarzlik, a four-time world champion, currently sits six points behind Doyle in the overall standings after finishing third in the opening round and second in Poland. Despite narrowly missing out on the win, Zmarzlik expressed satisfaction with his performance and congratulated the other riders.
Fans can watch and stream the 2024 Speedway Grand Prix season on Eurosport and discovery+, allowing them to follow the thrilling races and witness the intense competition between riders from around the world. The next round in Germany promises to deliver more excitement as Doyle, Zmarzlik, and other top contenders battle for supremacy on the track. With the championship standings constantly shifting and each race presenting its own challenges, the Speedway Grand Prix series continues to captivate audiences and showcase the skill and determination of the world’s best speedway riders.
