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Did they shoot themselves in the foot with their "countdown" points program? Word on the street is several pro teams, the ones with budget troubles and maybe even more, are electing to only run a limited schedule in 2009. Some say that it's possible to not run at selected events early in the season and STILL have a viable chance of doing well in the countdown. If NHRA still had their normal 23-event gig, this could not be an issue. The fans will lose out at the events that the racers decide isn't worth it.
Not saying the economy situation wouldn't still be the main concern next year, but just a look at Dave Connolly 08 season and him not even showing up for the first five events, but came on pretty strong when it mattered for points, it can be done. I also think there will be cars sitting in the lanes on Q4 that elect to not run based on Q positions what's happening ahead of them, NHRA always frowns on that, but in 09 they should be happy any pro shows up.
Not saying the economy situation wouldn't still be the main concern next year, but just a look at Dave Connolly 08 season and him not even showing up for the first five events, but came on pretty strong when it mattered for points, it can be done. I also think there will be cars sitting in the lanes on Q4 that elect to not run based on Q positions what's happening ahead of them, NHRA always frowns on that, but in 09 they should be happy any pro shows up.
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