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JASON Crump made a faultless return to British racing with a 15-point maximum for Belle Vue in their Cup semi-final at Coventry.But the home side were happy with their 51-39 first leg victory, with powerful reserve Ben Barker scoring paid-16. Bees co-boss Peter Oakes said: "Jason was in a class of his own, but it was a brilliant display by Ben and we will take a defendable lead up there."

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SURGEONS treating seriously injured Isle of Wight youngster Brendan Johnson believe he has suffered no serious spinal damage.Johnson remains in intensive care due to head injuries after his crash on Thursday but it is hoped that his sedation will be reduced this weekend.His father Dave said: "Brendan has seemingly weathered the initial storm and has made encouraging progress. The spinal x-rays are a huge relief."

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SUNDAY AUGUST 23:

OLLY ALLEN TESTIMONIAL: Coventry 1pmPREMIER LEAGUE: Glasgow v Birmingham 4pm, Newcastle v Edinburgh 6.30,Newport v Scunthorpe 5pmNATIONAL LEAGUE: Buxton v Rye House 3pm

NATIONAL TROPHY: Mildenhall v Weymouth 6pm

MONDAY AUGUST 24:SKY SPORTS ELITE LEAGUE: Belle Vue v Poole 7.30, Wolverhampton v Swindon7.30PREMIER LEAGUE: Redcar v Edinburgh 7.30

TUESDAY AUGUST 25:NATIONAL LEAGUE: Isle of Wight v Plymouth 7.30