Gipraw
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I see nothing wrong with what Cruz said.
I would call what he said a backhanded compliment, and those always ring hollow to me.
I see nothing wrong with what Cruz said.
What the heck do you know about "the record"?For the record John Force doesn't "steal sponsors." Companies just know he'll give them exposure so they go with him.
The whole Force satement was odd, tried to compliment him but also had to take a shot too.
I did like how he admitted that if it wasn't for the Countdown Wilk would be champ. Had to make Compton clench seeing his champ admit it should be another guy
This thread is too funny! It's entertaining to read peoples comments who really should educate themselves about the sport of drag racing. Whether a cheap shot or not, drag racing is a professional sport just like football, baseball etc. Players make comments (cheap shots if you want to call it that) all the time to one another. It's called being competitive. Competitors may talk a little smack to motivate themselves. Doesn't mean it's personal. I can tell you that whatever comments were made did not bother Force based on the conversation I had with him this evening. John is a class guy and a Champion! When you beat the best it's very gratifying. When a camera is stuck in you face it's not easy for some to have the correct words on spur the moment.
As far as the countdown format, like it or not, it is what it is. Every team had the same opportunity! Cruz had the best car the last 6 races. Period.
I spent a few minutes over in Wilkerson's pit this evening. I told him he had a great season and had the best car all year. No one can argue that. He didn't have a good car when it counted. Tim is a class guy. Anyone that can own, drive, tune AND be successfull..... hats off to em'!
It's a good thing when you are called a whiner and nobody likes you. That means you are winning!
I don't mean to bash anyone or take up for anyone either. Just some opinions that may shed some light for some people.
Have fun at your keyboards!
Dickie Venables
This thread is too funny! It's entertaining to read peoples comments who really should educate themselves about the sport of drag racing. Whether a cheap shot or not, drag racing is a professional sport just like football, baseball etc. Players make comments (cheap shots if you want to call it that) all the time to one another. It's called being competitive. Competitors may talk a little smack to motivate themselves. Doesn't mean it's personal. I can tell you that whatever comments were made did not bother Force based on the conversation I had with him this evening. John is a class guy and a Champion! When you beat the best it's very gratifying. When a camera is stuck in you face it's not easy for some to have the correct words on spur the moment.