The Scunthorpe Scorpions have confirmed the return of Michael Palm Toft as they continue to shape their side for the 2026 season.<\/p>\n
Palm Toft last appeared for the Scorpions in 2024 and, despite seeing his campaign cut short by injury, he was operating as the club\u2019s number one at the time. Team boss David Howe believes the Dane will play an important role as Scunthorpe look to build a competitive line-up.<\/p>\n
Howe explained that Palm Toft\u2019s figures stood out immediately when planning began for the new season, particularly given the circumstances surrounding his previous campaign.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was always going to be up against it last year after missing a decent chunk of the season,\u201d<\/em> Howe said on the Scunthorpe Speedway website. \u201cBut when you look at his rolling average of 6.10, around Scunthorpe that doesn\u2019t tell the full story.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Howe expects Palm Toft to show significant improvement, especially on home shale, while also stressing the importance of taking pressure off the former number one by securing strong support elsewhere in the team.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s not that long ago he was riding at number one, so I expect a big improvement from him, particularly at home,\u201d<\/em> he added. \u201cThere will be some away meetings where things might be tougher, but there will also be others where he\u2019ll really fly and be a match winner for us.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n The Scorpions boss also highlighted the balance within the side as a key positive heading into 2026.<\/p>\n \u201cI like the feel of the team,\u201d<\/em> Howe said. \u201cThere\u2019s a good mix of youth and experience, and the environment we\u2019re creating is exactly what we\u2019re aiming for.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Feature Image courtesy of British Speedway<\/strong><\/p>\n