Re: Interview with Ducati re AMA Superbikes

On Sat, 29 Nov 2003 00:05:56 -0800, "Mark N" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
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>"Pat Farrell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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>> The field is always thin at the top.
>> That is the problem with AMA road racing,
>> there are no fast guys in 9th or 10th.

>But if your concern is how close to the front the guy in 10th, or 15th, or
>20th is, then you're looking at the manufactured competitiveness of NASCAR.
>As you said, that's not racing. I've always said it's the professional
>wrestling of motorsports, and they manufacture heroes as much as close
>racing. If bikes just went around in circles in drafting packs and the AMA
>offset every advantage the teams could create, I suppose bikes could do the
>same thing. Of course I wouldn't be watching anymore...

Hey, you say there is no problem. I'm convinced that you are
convinced.

I won't go as far as to agree that Nascar is pro wrestling.
Even if there is some truth to it.

The fact are that as entertainment, NASCAR fills the seats more than
the topless bimbos in Harley Heaven on the back straight. More
butts in the seats, most folks buying beer and t-shirts at the track,
and way more fans watching TV. As a result, the guys racing for 20th
are earning a living at it. For most of the races, the whole field is 
earning a living at it.

I maintain that it makes for a healthier sport when there are 50 or so
racers able to be competitive. I'd be happy with 20.
But, I'm not in charge. And I could be wrong.

Pat   http://www.pfarrell.com/prc/