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When I first heard how they'd score the "Triple Crown" events I thought it was OK. Turns out there's a simple issue, but I didn't even think of it until I watched. This isn't a big thing, but it is a thing.
When the third race settles in, there's not necessarily any reason for a rider to attempt to move up, because it might not affect the overall. In this case, Tomac lost the lead to Anderson in Race 3, but he had zero incentive to try to retake the spot (or even defend the spot for that matter), because he had 26 points either way.
There's a reason that real motocross awards points for each moto individually, and that's it.
When the third race settles in, there's not necessarily any reason for a rider to attempt to move up, because it might not affect the overall. In this case, Tomac lost the lead to Anderson in Race 3, but he had zero incentive to try to retake the spot (or even defend the spot for that matter), because he had 26 points either way.
There's a reason that real motocross awards points for each moto individually, and that's it.
You have to realize the motive for them doing this, they want more parody, they want more guys winning. This format can help that happen.
As the race was happening, Tomac had no way of knowing where Seely would finish therefore was likely doing his best.
If Seely had gotten to 4th, Tomac would have ended up 2nd overall and would've indeed needed the win in moto 3.
The Shop
I've always said the series should use two 20-ish-minute races per class, with each race scored independently -- that is, truly a scaled-down version of motocross. After last night, I'm stickin' to it.
ET should've known where all the riders were, especially Seely, and been able to do the math in his head, all while riding at warp speed on a technical sx track.
Yeah he's not smart, deciding last week not to risk it and get better for this week. Then come out and put in a great ride for the win.
I'm actually questioning your intelligence.
And Dungey passed Musquin on his own last year in Jersey too. Because, ya know, Musquin had no idea where anyone else was on the track and (magically) had no one in the pits to give him any guidance. He was just too busy.
I don't think these guys think to much when they are out there. Goal is to either pass the guy in front of you or hold your position. And why you try like hell , try to not get passed.....they aren't thinking about what position their competitors are in. Why worry about something you can't control?
You can sit there and point out ( what you think ) are negatives , but the positives out weigh it. It's not just a race....and who beats who race. There is some urgency and some tactics , but in the end......the fastest / most consistent guy will win. Except they don't do it just once......it takes three motos.
I'm not saying it's a negative or positive. It's just a byproduct of the triple crown points format. It's a new twist that hasn't existed before.
Pit Row
A moto win is a win which ever way you cut it, so letting a rider by has its price whether it be points or mental gain. You are only as fast as your last race... etc.
The mistake tho is in thinking parody sells. In theory we all think it makes for a more popular sport, but the data shows otherwise.
Sports fans think they like parody. The reality is that they LOVE dynasties (or love hating them).
Same goes for “upsets & underdogs”. Everyone thinks it’s great for March Madness. And Im sure some do like it. But the masses tune out when the small school reaches the Final Four.
Which has been mostly boring main events. Very little lead changes. And follow-the-leader & survive once 10 minutes in?
For example, if Anderson had ruined his bike in the first race, I expect Tomac would be wondering why he could line up to use the following two races to minimize that damage when Tomac was one and done the first round (if it helps the illustration, assume it's a mechanical like a couple years ago when RV wadded his bike and so jammed the silencer it wouldn't start).
Probably not an issue that comes up a lot, but someone will benefits and someone gain so someone will complain.
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