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Old 12-19-2022, 11:50 AM   #5
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Default Re: BIG $$$ Race

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Originally Posted by Mike Gray View Post
Lack of grade points, maybe?
I believe that's part of it. Also, lack of Wallys.

My opinion is that, seeing we're involved in a highly specialized sub-culture, NHRA (and to a lesser degree, IHRA ) is the venue where most want to show off their performance in the form of qualifying, class wins, etc. The eliminator win is almost a secondary concern to many.
Therefore, big $$$ races are not as big of a draw as they are to bracket racers.
Some of my opinions are based on actually promoting S/SS combo races on a small scale.
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