Kent Speedway have written off hopes of competing in the Championship next season with their future at Central Park still in doubt.

The club revealed last week they were awaiting written confirmation from Arena Racing Company, the new owners of the stadium, that speedway could continue at the venue in 2022.

In an update to supporters, Kent revealed there is still no agreement in place and, as as a result, it seems they have no chance of retaining Championship status.

The club also refute suggestions Swale Council do not want speedway at Central Park.

Kent revealed their plight last week in a statement from veteran promoter Len Silver announcing his retirement due to the ongoing difficulties.

The latest statement says: “As explained in Len Silver’s statement dated 1st November, it is understood there remains at this point no agreement in place to allow speedway to continue at Central Park.

"With professional riders eager to make their racing arrangements for next season, any idea of racing at Championship level in 2022 has had to be discarded.

"It was at that point that Len Silver announced his retirement, with the intention of finding a new younger person to take his place as Kent Speedway promoter.

"That search continues, but is unlikely to reach any conclusion until an agreement with the landlords is in place.

"It has been suggested by a representative of the stadium owners Arena Racing Company that the local council do not want Speedway at Central Park.

"However, as there is full planning permission with no suggestion of any failure to uphold the tight restrictions in place, Len Silver considers this to be unlikely with there having been no complaints received by the club.

"As soon as news becomes clearer, another statement will be issued and the club apologise for the lack of clarity."

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