[SprintExaminer]

The USAC National Sprint and Midget Series points battles are among the closest on record, with both titles certain to come down to the final race. What factor will the drivers' past history at the remaining tracks play in the chase? A closer examination shows some possible clues.

I find it really interesting that Kuhn has done so well on dirt but only has one win this season. Here's a question: if a driver can win the title with just one win, does the points format need to be revamped?

[hoosierfan]

Originally Posted by SprintExaminer The USAC National Sprint and Midget Series points battles are among the closest on record, with both titles certain to come down to the final race. What factor will the drivers' past history at the remaining tracks play in the chase? A closer examination shows some possible clues. I find it really interesting that Kuhn has done so well on dirt but only has one win this season. Here's a question: if a driver can win the title with just one win, does the points format need to be revamped?

So consistantly running in the top 5 or 10 shouldn't be rewarded? In my understanding of running for championships they count just as much as wins. I'm sure though if BC would have been around the whole season this wouldn't be a topic for discussion.
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[SprintExaminer]

You can make a case for either rewarding wins or consistency. In a perfect world, I think you would design a points system that rewards both equally. I guess my question is: if a driver can win one race and get the series title, is the points system as "balanced" as it should be? Or should it even be balanced in the first place?

[Wallsracing]

Originally Posted by SprintExaminer The USAC National Sprint and Midget Series points battles are among the closest on record, with both titles certain to come down to the final race. What factor will the drivers' past history at the remaining tracks play in the chase? A closer examination shows some possible clues. I find it really interesting that Kuhn has done so well on dirt but only has one win this season. Here's a question: if a driver can win the title with just one win, does the points format need to be revamped?

i know its not usac but in 2005 i only won 1 feature and still took the title....7 features in 2004 and won title by 10 points...2007...4 features and the title won by 16 points

[midgetmaniac]

Originally Posted by hoosierfan So consistantly running in the top 5 or 10 shouldn't be rewarded? In my understanding of running for championships they count just as much as wins. I'm sure though if BC would have been around the whole season this wouldn't be a topic for discussion. Posted via Mobile Device

If BC wasn't around , then BK would be way ahead in the points for midgets. I think you would still see the 2 Brad's up there though because BK has been so consistant in the top 3 and BS having more w's but having more dnf's. BC like BS has alot of wins and dnf 's compared to BK. To me, the pts may only be different from the stand point of BC being higher in the pt standings due to his wins compared to what they are now. All 3 should be at the next level of racing.