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Change is inevitable. I think in the big picture it would be good for Force to get his wings clipped a little. Maybe that would force the NHRA to expand their horizons instead of just relying on their cash cow. They survived losing Winston, pretty sure this will be just a bump in the road IF Force cuts back.



No doubt the man is talented and a good businessman, but when you can guarantee a 1 in 4 chance of coming out on top on Sunday, instead of a 1 in 16 chance, based on cubic dollars, that to me seems like gaming the system. Except for Indy, most Pro categories are lucky if they get 16 participants to show up for qualifying due to the costs. Force should have done what all his other idols in the sport did after major success in funny car - Bernstein, Snake, etc. - step up to top fuel, and look for other challenges. Everyone likes a winner, but today there are plenty who are sick of the Yankees after so many World Series wins. Jealousy over the $$ it takes to compete? No - even your best friend can wear out their welcome if they're always in your face.