BEARS SWOOP FOR KLINDT

The Redcar Agilia Bears management have moved swiftly to secure cover for injured skipper Charles Wright, with experienced Danish star Nicolai Klindt coming into the side.

Promoter Leanne Swales said: “Replacing someone like Charles is almost impossible, and the list of options really isn’t very long. However, we believe we’ve secured the very best rider available in Nicolai.

“He brings vast experience and a proven track record at Championship level, and we’re really looking forward to working with him during Charles’ recovery. “This is a temporary move, and Charles will be back leading from the front as soon as he’s ready. But we were keen to avoid falling into the trap of previous seasons where we had to rely heavily on guests.”

37-year-old Klindt is a two-times Danish U-21 champion and spent the 2025 season with the Plymouth Gladiators, as well as representing King’s Lynn in the ROWE Motor Oil Premiership. He joins on a 8.36 average and will make his debut this Friday at the ECCO Arena against Scunthorpe in a crucial BSN Series clash.

The Bears go into the meeting looking to overturn a 10-point deficit and secure the bonus point as they continue the defence of their BSN title.