JASON Crump will be at the Oak Tree Arena this Friday night in celebration of Mark’s Lemon’s Testimonial, however owing to a racing injury sustained on Monday of this week, Crump will not be fit enough to take his place in the Australia v Rest of the World line-up.

Filling big shoes, the committee has been quick to swoop upon the services of Australia's World Team Cup Rider, Troy Batchelor as a replacement for the injured Crump. With one Crump out, young Seth Crump and his sister Mia will make their first appearance riding their Peewees on the Somerset track before the meeting.

It was also announced today that Sky Sports pundit and retired English International, Chris Louis will appear on the evening’s schedule and will take part in a match race on track with 1993 World Champion, Sam Ermolenko during the interval.

On the evening, gates open at 5.30pm with a rider parade at 7.15pm. Tapes up 7.30pm prompt. Tickets have been in huge demand and will be available on the evening. Adults cost £13.50, children aged 6-16 £4, Under 5s go free. Fireworks will follow the podium celebrations before all will be welcome in the club house to enjoy post race entertainment.

Commenting on last minute plans, Lemon said: ‘It has been a blow to lose Jason from the field at this late stage but I’m thrilled he and the family will still be there as guests on the evening. I wish him a very speedy recovery so he can get back to securing the 2009 World Speedway Championship. I am extremely grateful to Troy, deputising for Jason at such short notice and it still promises to be a thriller of a showdown; roll on Friday!’