12 Jan 2018, 03:28 (Ref:3792189)
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#333
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 46,695
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Quote:
Originally Posted by D.R.T.
Why is speed such a determining factor with the mainstream public?
From the TV and trackside - how many are going to pick the difference in speed in the racing is strong & close?
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Because the ‘Lap of the Gods’ and the ‘Lap of the Jandal’ are played over & over & over in the media to the extent that their continued improvement creates ‘legend’ status..
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