Standing near Cripe & DD's crew at the pit entrance I saw the deal. Maybe it's BS to let a driver speak to the other about what happened on the track.
BUT!
What if Ballou had talked to DD in the pits instead of a controled 1 on 1 on the track? The DD fans & crew and Ballou fans would of had heated words and actions that probally lead to a major pit fight!
The way it happened nobody threw punches only words and the crowd got to see it all. Besides DD is the hometown hero and the fans were on his side.
How many people are talking about this today at work and the watercooler?? A bunch.
Not that ISW tracks need to worry about selling seats but I'm sure a lot of fans will think about going to a race now to see great racing and maybe a talk or two.
The USAC offical rode the 4 wheeler over and parked near by and yes he watched, not that he was going to be able to control the deal if DD had climbed out of his car. But USAC was there, finally Bill Carey rolled that way and the discussion was over.
This is why we all love ISW, it is the most intense USAC racing on the schedule.

Don't forget tonight RacinwithDO show at Kelly's. Guest host helping us out tonight will be Sean Buckley of Jackshalsh fame and more.
Kevin Miller & Jason McCord will be there along with cars and drivers for this special outdoor show. ISW USAC highlights will be playing as well.

Enjoy ISW and hope to see you tonight.
D.O.