OXFORD Spires returned to winning ways with a 47-43 victory at home to King’s Lynn Stars.
Peter Schroeck’s side came from four points behind to win by as many as Rohan Tungate raced to a match-winning 13+1 haul, while Oxford Cheetahs captain Scott Nicholls was a guest rider and weighed in with a handy 10+1.
There were heat wins too for Charles Wright, who overcame a controversial exclusion in his third ride to end the night on a high, while Erik Riss took the chequered flag on two occasions on his home debut.
Maciej Janowski managed 5+2, while Chris Harris ended the night on five points, with Ashton Boughen scoring three.
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Schroeck said: “They pushed us really hard. We knew we couldn’t underestimate King’s Lynn, and they’ll leave disappointed not to have taken anything from the meeting.
“Erik had a positive home debut which we’re pleased about and Rohan was a real star in our middle order.
“Everyone contributed points which is important. This is a team sport and when one rider has a bad night it’s important the boys around them step up and that’s what happened.
“Nine points from six meetings is a healthy return, but it’s early days and we’ll keep focused.”
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