Wasps turn to Howe.

Newport have named the fit again Ben Howe as replacement for their injured Australian Ashley Jones.

Howe, a former England international, has spent a considerable time out of the saddle waiting for his own injuries to heal.

He made a tentative return in Newport's New year Classic meeting in early January and is now ready for a full-time return to speedway racing with the Wasps.

The unfortunate Jones was injured racing at home in Australia recently and will not recover in time to take his place in South Wales for what will be his debut season in British speedway. The club being forced to find a replacement and Howe fits the bill.

But Jones clearly figures in the Wasp's plans with promoter Tim Stone saying: "We still intend to bring Ashley over from Australia but this is a great opportunity for Ben to put himself in the shop window. He's very keen to do well and revive his career."