Speedway Grand Prix: The battle for medals and the top six in Torun as season reaches its climax

The final round of the 2022 FIM Speedway Grand Prix takes place in Torun, Poland this weekend with much still at stake for several riders. Although Bartosz Zmarzlik wrapped up the title in the last round in Maililla, the battle for who will join him on the podium, as well as in next season’s championship, remains as heated as ever. Ad Leon Madsen sits in second place 17 clear of third and is guaranteed a medal unless for whatever reason he is unable to compete in the finale.

Speedway GP'Finish with a great ride!' — Miskowiak signs off in style with win12 HOURS AGO The race is on for third and a bronze medal reward at the end of a demanding season but equally, finishing in the top six provides as much an incentive for the chasing pack as it guarantees qualification for the 2023 campaign. Here’s a look at the state of play ahead of the final showdown. Patryk Dudek – 3rd place, 100 points A slow start to the campaign saw the Polish star languishing towards the foot of the standings after three races with just 15 points to his name.

However, a dominant display in Teterow in round four kickstarted his campaign and since then, has looked unrecognisable from his early season form. Four finals in the last six rounds – including that transformative win in Germany – as well as two further semi-finals, propelled him up the table and even the possibility of an outside shout at the championship with a few meetings to go. It wasn’t to be however but another strong showing in Torun in front of his home fans will hand him bronze for the year as well as another chance in 2023.