BIG hitters Scott Nicholls and Chris Harris will clash in the opening race of the eagerly-awaited British Final at Wolverhampton on June 14.

BIG hitters Scott Nicholls and Chris Harris will clash in the opening race of the eagerly-awaited British Final at Wolverhampton on June 14.

Harris, who qualified for the event from the King’s Lynn semi-final, has been drawn in the number two racejacket and Nicholls, who is rejuvenated this season, is at number four.

That means a mouthwatering first heat in a meeting which sees Harris defending his national title – and ex-champ Nicholls is desperate to win it back!

There’s also the extra motivation of a place in the British Grand Prix at Cardiff on July 10 as the wildcard should Nicholls regain his title – or finish runner-up to Harris who is already in the SGP series.

It’s the second event in British Speedway’s Super 7even series and the racing is sure to be fast and furious.

Series co-ordinator David Hoggart said: “To see Chris and Scott up against each other in the opening race means fans can’t afford to be late for this one!

“We also have the run-off for the last qualifying spot between Danny King and Richard Hall and both riders will be desperate to make it through. Danny’s Elite League experience will make him favourite but Richard will have other ideas.

“A place at Cardiff is a terrific incentive and the way Scott is riding he could go all the way, but there are 14 other riders who are desperate to make it.

“Wolverhampton is a fine stadium and always provides terrific entertainment. I expect this meeting to be no different.”

BRITISH FINAL DRAW – Wolverhampton, Monday June 14 (7.30):

Andrew Tully, Chris Harris, Oliver Allen, Scott Nicholls, James Wright, Jason King, Paul Clews, Edward Kennett, Simon Stead, Lewis Bridger, Richard Hall or Danny King, Jordan Frampton, Ben Barker, Chris Schramm, Stuart Robson, Leigh Lanham.