NEW recruit Tobias Thomsen has outlined the big ambitions he holds during his second chance in England, promising Poole Pirates fans they are “in for a treat” when watching him race.

Thomsen was a surprise addition to the Poole ranks for 2024, the Dane having not ridden in Britain since an underwhelming spell in the second tier with Birmingham Brummies five years ago.

Promoter Danny Ford previously labelled his addition as a “wildcard” to the Poole side, Pirates opting against some tried and tested Championship riders and instead plumping for Thomsen on a 4.00 average.

On debut, Thomsen scored 5+1 from four rides, in the season-opening 61-29 thrashing of Oxford Cheetahs.

Bournemouth Echo: Tobias Thomsen admits he did not think he would ride in England again

“I’m really excited to be back over here racing,” Thomsen told the Daily Echo.

“I thought it was closed chapter for me, but to get that call and from Poole especially, it did make me think about things. Matt gave me a fair offer and here we are.

“I was more thinking about the economics of it. It’s also hard for a foreign rider to come over with the equipment and everything.

“It needed to be someone who was willing to do the work for me as well, from above, and Poole has done that.

“Now I’m locked in to do everything I can to help the club out. Hopefully I can get a spot in the top league as well, that’s the goal.

“100 per cent, that’s why I’m here. I’m not here to just be here, I want to really make a mark on this.”

Reflecting on his past spell in England, Thomsen added: “When I look back, obviously I learned a lot. Also how you do things over here, compared to back home.

“A new country, you don’t know anyone and need to start over with mechanics and everything. That was a big surprise and a learning curve for me.

“Also to get the bikes settled in. I made a few mistakes back then, but I learned from it and I’m better now.”

In preparation for his return to England, Thomsen has been studying videos on YouTube of various Championship venues.

“I have ridden on around 30 per cent of them I think, so there are quite a few new tracks,” explained Thomsen.

“But to be fair, it looks a bit like Europe, so I’m not concerned about that at all.

“It’s just turning left and win the races, that’s easy! That’s how we’ve got to do it. Don’t think too much about it, just go out and pin it, that’s the plan.”

Bournemouth Echo: Tobias Thomsen admits he did not think he would ride in England again

During the off-season in Denmark, Thomsen spent time keeping fit with runs through the nearby hilly forest, as well as putting in the hours working as a car mechanic to provide for his young family, which is soon set to grow with a second son on the way.

“It’s good, because the plan is he is coming during our week off, so hopefully it will stick to plan and I will be 100 per cent ready for Poole,” said Thomsen.

“I hopefully won’t miss it. I have an understanding wife, so that’s good!”

He added: “During the winter times, I do long hours to make some money for the season and spend time with my kids and family, that is important.

“You need to provide for your family. That is the bottom line most important thing to do.

“That I can race besides that is just a bonus for me. So I’m going to give it everything to make the money and have a good time.”

And for those fans who have not seen Thomsen in action yet, what can they expect?

“They can expect to see a guy who gives 100 per cent and is not afraid to take the chances,” said the 29-year-old.

“They’ll see that sometimes they pay off and other times it’s entertaining. You’re going to be in for a treat, that’s for sure!”

Following three postponements, Pirates are due back in action on Wednesday, April 24, hosting Edinburgh Monarchs in the Knockout Cup (7.30pm).