At this point about two thirds of the way into the season Monarchs sit second in the league, behind Scunthorpe on points difference only. They race away at Poole on Wednesday so will either be top on their own, or slip to third with Poole at the top.

With two top-of-the-table Championship matches, an important Academy away fixture and some riders doubling and trebling up, it is going to be a very busy week for the Edinburgh Monarchs riders and their bikes this week.

At this Friday's match against Glasgow Tigers at Armadale Stadium, Monarchs supporters are encouraged to bring along a donation for the local Armadale Foodbank.