Glasgow have today confirmed their 6th signing, stunning many by announcing Danny Bird as the rider who will wear the No 1 Tigers race jacket in 2006 on an average of 9.19.

It is a major signing coup for the Tigers with reported stiff competition from Edinburgh in particular with Berwick and Isle of Wight also reported to have been interested.

Until last week Danny was hoping to be riding Elite League with parent club Reading but a miscalculation on their part resulted in him being dropped at a late stage after having been announced as part of their team.

Admittedly the timing of the announcement meant his options were limited with many Elite league teams as well as most Premier League sides unable to fit him in although he could have gambled on getting a slot with Arena Essex or Ipswich.

However, he has elected to return to the Premier League and has chosen to do so at Glasgow much to the promotions delight. He had been considering a number of offers and readily admits that Glasgow's offer was NOT the best financially but a Sunday track suits him.

As indicated on this site earlier, an anonymous sponsor who has stepped in to offer money towards Danny's signing has played a major part in bringing this about and as Glasgow supporters he - or she - has our gratitude.

It leaves Glasgow weak in the middle order but they will have two of the best riders in the Premier League at 1 and 5. The thought of Danny and Shane in heat 13 and possibly 15 is a mouthwatering one.

Danny spent some time out last season injured but there is little doubt that he is capable riding at Elite league level - their loss is most definitely our gain. He has always been a well respected opposition rider amongst the Glasgow fans and is assured a warm welcome at Ashfield.

Welcome to Glasgow Danny!

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