For those that were at the Indy GP.... I stood and clapped and waved my arms for every racer after each and every race. Even for the guys dead last that were riding around solo for the entire race. Most people don't of course. Did you guys do the same? I know how that little bit of acknowledgment makes me feel when I'm on the cool down lap. I hate for those racers to think that their hardwork and dedication to accomplish their dreams and aspirations go unappreciated. I think that separates the hardcore fans (IMO, which are those that actually race or have raced at some time), from the average spectator.
I'll agree with that. It does make you feel better to know that someone appreciates what you're doing, no matter where you finished at.
The way I look at it is even the slowest guy out there is faster than I will ever be. So I clap for them because they have my admiration. However I may have better judgement than some of them, like the last corner pass attempt in the 800's race! As soon as he cut too the inside I knew he wasn't going to make it!
I clapped for all Americans... I let my badger out of the cage to try to help ben out and it almost worked!!
It was a beaver... In fact, it was suggested that the headline read "Stoner Chases Beaver in America, While Pregnant Wife Watches"
bad idea. you can't just go broadcasting that pregnant wives will be at the track 'round here. people like to stab 'em with screwdrivers
I stood and clapped until the entire grid rolled by. It's a thrill to be at the races and even the guys in last place are riding their butts off. I remember being dead last and how great it felt to have all the corner workers cheering me on and clapping.
I wasn't at Indy, but I do the same for the AMA racers when they come here. No doubt they deserve some recognition for their efforts.
I clapped throughout the races too, and after for all riders. Even the 125 lapper got clapped for! they just traveled all this way to get their ass beat, They need an applause. Many people where I sat really didn't do much as for cheering. My brother and I were the loudest.
