Aussie star Tate Zischke has announced he will be returning to ride for the Workington Comets in 2025.
Zischke delighted the Comets fans at the Northside meeting yesterday against Berwick by revealing his plans for next season.
His season was abruptly ended on his Belle Vue debut, but he assured fans during his announcement that the healing process is well on its way and he will be “ready for next year!”
The 19-year-old Australian is arguably one of the best newcomers to British Speedway since, ironically, his mentor and coach Darcy Ward – when he burst on the British scene in 2009.
Recommended to Workington by Ward himself, there’s no doubt that Tate turned a lot of heads in British Speedway, hence why he was snapped up mid-season by Premiership side Belle Vue.
Zischke said: “I’ll be back riding for Workington in 2025 and I’m looking forward to it.
“I have loved every second of it. I am really happy with how this year has gone, even if it didn’t end very well but I’ll be back next year and hopefully, I can get better with every meeting.
“I would like to thank everyone so much. You are all amazing fans and I look forward to seeing you all next year.”
Tate has quickly and firmly secured his place in the Comets fan’s hearts throughout 2024, with his never-quit attitude. He put over two points on his starting Championship average with some world-class riding around the GT Tyres Arena.
Promoter Andrew Bain is equally delighted at securing the young Aussie’s services for next year.
He said: “We are all delighted Tate is back next year. He has quickly become a fans favourite here and some of his rides around Northside this year were out of the top drawer.
“It’s a shame how 2024 ended for him but all he needs to do is focus on his recovery and look forward to 2025.
“It was a no-brainer for us as a promotion to have Tate back and I think it was an easy decision for Tate too, he knows how much he is loved in Workington and I can only see 2025 being even more successful for him at Workington.”
