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I think this issue of payouts is directly related to fan interest and fan attendance. I grew up with non wing but I am 1950's old. I attend non wing shows because the sprint cars run closer together and a more competitive form of racing throughout the entire program. If you grew up with high speed wing racing, you go to what you know and appreciate. So, not as many of us OLD guys left to chase the non wings and we remember paying $8 to get in. Fan attendance recently at non wing shows are decent, at best. Younger wing fans remember $15 tickets, unique barnstorming outlaws, and huge crowds. So, wing fans are used to and accept racing as dusty, high speed parades, support $40 tickets, and seek to clan together with lifelong friends at traditional events. The real hope is FLO Racing which will visually compare the two styles of sprint car racing. FLO watching may convert some younger fans over to in person non wing racing live when it comes to their area tracks. Regardless your preference, please support your local tracks, teams, and drivers in 2021 and beyond.
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