There is no poll. I'm reliably informed that is what is happening (same process as last year, just with the addition of a first-come-first-served listed for any returned spots). So I'd base your plans on that.
But as long as you are on the ball it won't be an issue, just make sure you get on that first-come-first-served list, as and when it happens.
Or ask the UK community as a team with a long track record of success to give you a wildcard spot. I'd give up my wildcard spot for you guys (if I had one), because I'd think you'd have a better chance of success (and success gives us more slots in the future, which gives me more chance of making it next time, etc)
There is no poll. I'm reliably informed that is what is happening (same process as last year, just with the addition of a first-come-first-served listed for any returned spots). So I'd base your plans on that.
But as long as you are on the ball it won't be an issue, just make sure you get on that first-come-first-served list, as and when it happens.
Or ask the UK community as a team with a long track record of success to give you a wildcard spot. I'd give up my wildcard spot for you guys (if I had one), because I'd think you'd have a better chance of success (and success gives us more slots in the future, which gives me more chance of making it next time, etc)