TRIPLE World Champion Nicki Pedersen is a confirmed starter for Coventry's Brandonapolis on March 26.The Dane is expected to face several of his current Grand Prix rivals in the high-profile meeting, just a month before he starts his bid to regain the World title.

TRIPLE World Champion Nicki Pedersen is a confirmed starter for Coventry's Brandonapolis on March 26.

The Dane is expected to face several of his current Grand Prix rivals in the high-profile meeting, just a month before he starts his bid to regain the World title.

Bees boss Alun Rossiter said: "I'm absolutely delighted that Nicki has agreed to do this meeting, and the news undoubtedly raises the bar for everyone."

The Bees have been further boosted by the renewal of their long-term team sponsorship deal with Buildbase, who are back with the club for a seventh consecutive season.

Regional Director John Clarke said: "It's exciting to have the effervescent Rosco on board, and that adds to the superb relationship and professionalism we already enjoy from Sandhu and Colin (Pratt).

"The last six years have been fantastic, and once again we're excited about the hopes and plans for the Buildbase Bees over the season to come."