[Shotimes] Re: NASCAR numbnuts

[Donald Mallinson]

Carl,

When possible (not very often because TV almost never shows 
it) it is fun to watch the back markers in F1.  They are all 
very talented, and most of the action is anywhere but where 
the leaders are, except for the start, probably the most 
exciting 5 seconds anywhere!

Even the pit stops are getting to be boring in F1, and that 
is one place where NASCAR excels.  They put on a great show, 
even in the pits.

Don Mallinson

Carl Prochilo wrote:

> I follow F1 more closely than any other motor sport.  When I read
> all the posts about what makes for real racing, there were a lot of
> good points made.  Obviously a very subjective topic.
> 
> About the Spanish GP, I agree it was disappointing to see what
> happened to Ruebens, but no matter what anyone says (remember he is
> given the same equipment as MS), he will always be the Tonto in the
> pair.  He can drive fast and you have to respect anyone that can
> handle a car like that, but MS is in a league of his own.
> 
> Even though the race itself is brief by Nascar standards, drama does
> not occur during the entire race.  Usually at the start and then
> with pitstop strategy.  Most people would say that passing on the
> track is better than passing because pit stops.  One quick fix in F1
> is to limit the number of stops so that cars have to stay out on the
> track longer, deal with traffic and have to attempt to pass someone
> to get ahead.
> 
> I have also come to appreciate the talents of Takuma Sato, Jensen
> Button and Jarno Trulli.  Speaking of Jarno, that was one fine start
> and no matter what MS says, he got his a$$ handed to him.  But the
> rest is history.  Too bad MS couldn't get close enough to attempt a
> real pass.
> 
> Lastly, you only have to watch the behavior of types like Jeff
> Gordon to see how much he drools at the prospect of driving a
> competitive F1 car.  Too bad he won't get the chance because of all
> the american drivers since Mario, I thought he had the best chance
> to make a lasting impression.