Ok so, Microsoft released a public release candidate of their service pack, it improves the speed of alot of things.

Not stopping there, I downloaded TweakVI (google it) to help speed up my PC even further.

Then, I used my 4Gb USB memory stick with ReadyBoost. Some people say it actually slows the PC down, this was addressed in the new service pack.

I used to be able to watch the fixtures and scores on the screen while loading, now they fly past! The match engine also plays alot smoother, smoother than I have ever seen before.

Highly recommended to get the max out of your FM experience.