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After IndyCar’s $1million non-championship Thermal Club race was widely panned, The Race IndyCar Podcast takes a deep-dive to discuss all the things that did – and didn’t – work
The $1 million non-championship race held by IndyCar at Thermal has received widespread criticism from fans, leading The Race IndyCar Podcast to delve deep into the event this week. JR Hildebrand joins Jack Benyon to review both the positives and negatives of the event. The overwhelmingly negative reception, especially evident on social media, raises concerns for Benyon that IndyCar may become hesitant to experiment with new ideas, a criticism the series has faced lately. Analysis of the event includes discussions on the venue, heat format, use of push-to-pass in qualifying, inadequate prize money, and addressing broader issues with the event’s communication. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the show by sending questions or suggestions to podcasts@the-race.com, including the option to submit voicenotes.
