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Boy, I tell ya after watching this Vegas race on TV to be quite honest I wasn't sure what to think. I'm 47 and have been following Drag Racing since I was 10 but the quality of this product is losing steam. No, offense but "Axeman" on the History channel was very compelling which I switched back and forth from so as to spare myself the endless, mindless **** chat and alot of pointless commentary. And the "one line" racing due to the bad lane I'm sure didn't make alot of sense to the average or new fan. No wonder Kevin Harvick wants to get involved with NHRA, it seems to be getting too much like NASCAR, and NASCAR is becoming to much like the WWF. And posting Vegas odds on TV? And that Countdown to the Championship, no offense but you can only manufacture or induce drama only so much. After the finishes they had in Top Fuel and Funny Car in 2006, I don't understand why it was needed. It just seems kinda silly and unnecessary. In this instant gratification, drive-thru, over-hyped world we live in it was only a matter of time. God, I love this sport, and of course racing, and don't want to give the impression of bashing NHRA in any way but I feel they are heading down a slippery slope. I wonder why HD Partners backed out and who is next in line to steer the ship. And what's up with that Schumacher deal? After NHRA and Schumacher commented on the deal I did see a Super Stocker drive past in the background............. Gotta love that Sportsman coverage! WOOHOO!! Where have you gone Joe Dimaggio LOL Frank Hamer Jr.STK 1045