Who made the statement a few show owner cant win? I think they did a show a couple years ago and have many top tens. Not to mention Gene helps a few guys in IN. Area stay on the track, One of his motors has multiple IN wins and I think a Oval Nationals?

Its not like their first time out and Cottle has over a decade NW experience.

I don't know if USAC awards points for heat finishes. I know there are qualifying points. I too often say there is nothing to gain in USAC by advancing in the top four. Except Winners get bragging rights.

Nobody likes to lose, Wise or unwise, Well the outcome I suppose tells the story, But it can be done and watch Lakeside USAC on Youtube and watch Robert run the fluff to destroy the field.