A short continuation of my "VENT" before Indy !!

[art leong]

Originally Posted by Bob Don

I think that at Indy, which is the NHRA's premier event, they ought to can the combo and have byes for class. It is not the racer's fault if no one else shows up in his or her class. If the manufacturers don't want to pay for a bye, stipulate no contingencies for byes but you'll get the Wally and Indy Class Winner status, My .02.

Bob the main reason for the combos was to save trophies. It was touted as helping the racers to get more contingency money. Lies plain and simple.
Has contingency money for class go up one dime?
Do you realize how many trophies the didn't have to give out?