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Wolverhampton speedway legend Tai Woffinden makes decision on 2026 Grand Prix campaign almost 12 months on from horror crash

Wolves legend Tai Woffinden has confirmed his withdrawal from the 2026 Speedway Grand Prix series as he continues to recover from last year's horror crash.

Sport|Mar 17
Supporting image for story: Wolverhampton speedway legend Tai Woffinden makes decision on 2026 Grand Prix campaign almost 12 months on from horror crash
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Bathams retain Storm Stacey for 2026 as they complete switch to Ducati
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Storm Stacey races into top 10 on penultimate British Championships weekend
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