Hi Gus,
Firstly, this is not NZ, OZ or even Blackpool.
Secondly, I am not aware that there is any rule that stipulates someone cannot stay in the same category year in year out...but please enlighten me as really am happy to be corrected.
Similarly we never kick anyone out of the Beginners class 'til they are happy to leave....
Thirdly, etiquette and rules are two different things.
Finally, and please don't take this wrong, but it's the Midlands Champs and WE set the rules, just as OZ, NZ and Blackpool do for their competitions - they are considered and hopefully well thought out.
Anyone entering a 'Champs' category should be prepared to take on anyone else....you will win if you are the best! So does it matter if last years Champ is there.
Federer won again this year but it didn't stop others trying!
Please don't lose focus on what Christmas is all about - enjoyment and a happy time had by all.
Mike
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