Originally Posted by jdull99:
This well explains the intrigue and the Victories that the IRL did bring! -
https://racer.com/2019/11/22/mickey-...-builder-dies/
What happened to the IRL teams? (Stated before); The Internet boom crashed, Tabaco Companies and corporate America didn't get behind grass-roots racers and teams. It's about the same thing happening in NASCAR right now...(only about 20 or so well-funded teams/household names drivers actly...).
A strong series could have weathered those events much better. Splitting the series, running off fans, strong teams, and proven top level talent....pretty much the equivalent of not boarding up your windows and latching down everything that can be blown away before the hurricane hits.