POOLE boss Danny Ford insists he has snapped up “one of the hottest prospects” in William Cairns.
The Wessex Marine Pirates will track the British 500cc Youth Champion when he turns 16 – on a deal which will also include the 2026 season.
Hot prospect Cairns will be eligible to race in the Cab Direct Championship from his birthday on June 29, with the Pirates stating they will make a temporary signing at No.7 to cover the opening three months of the forthcoming campaign.
Promoter Dan Ford said: “William Cairns is undoubtedly one of the hottest prospects in British Speedway, and we are thrilled to have secured his commitment to the Pirates for the next 18 months.
“With multiple clubs vying for his signature, it speaks volumes that William has chosen Poole as the place where he feels he can best develop and improve in this crucial stage of his career.
“Unfortunately, he won’t qualify for a league racing licence until he turns 16 on June 29, so we’ll begin the season without him.
“But we know he’s eagerly counting down the days, and when that moment comes, our supporters will undoubtedly give him the warmest of welcomes at Wimborne Road. We’re proud to be a part of William’s journey and can’t wait to see what he can achieve with the Pirates.”
Words by Holeshot Media.
Images by Taylor Lanning.