# Polish speedway rider retirements

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/polish-speedway-rider-retirements
> Updated: 2026-10-25T06:27:40.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Two Polish speedway riders have announced their retirements from professional racing.

Jakub Wieszczak, a 20-year-old rider for Cellfast Wilki Krosno, cited ongoing health issues as the reason for his departure. He noted that his medical condition would prevent him from competing at a high level by the 2027 season.

Janusz Kołodziej, a veteran and four-time individual Polish champion, also announced his retirement during the PGE Ekstraliga Gala in Warsaw. Kołodziej, who began his career in 2000, stated he felt it was time to move on to a different chapter of life.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Janusz Kołodziej announces retirement from speedway

Four-time individual Polish champion Janusz Kołodziej has announced his retirement from speedway racing during the PGE Ekstraliga Gala in Warsaw.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/janusz-koodziej-announces-retirement-from-speedway

### 2026-09-30: Jakub Wieszczak retires from speedway due to health issues

Speedway rider Jakub Wieszczak has retired from professional competition at age 20 due to persistent health problems.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakub-wieszczak-retires-from-speedway-due-to-health-issues

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