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Originally Posted by Buick6
Speaking as an outsider looking to get in the game, I have to say it is a shame when any drag race is won by "sandbagging" in order to cross the finish line hard on the brakes instead of at full throttle. Seems like that nonsense should be left to the bracket racers. How boring for the spectators (what spectators?). But as has been stated, the "top notch drivers" have figured this out and will continue to win that way because the rules have allowed this to happen. Can't blame them for finding a way that works. Perhaps the fix opens up a bigger can of worms for NHRA to attempt to police. Maybe the name should be changed to "Brake Racing" instead of "Drag Racing".
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Back to dial in racing 101, the other driver has NOTHING to do with whether you win or not. YOU cut the light and run dead on your dial, the other driver can slide or whatever, he can't beat you. He CAN make it easy (bad light) or hard (better light than you) but that's it. So know your car and dial it right. He's able to do his thing because the other driver can't drive.