Possible merger Champ Car and IRL

Rosko · 02-11-2008, 12:15 PM

It's an exciting time for American open wheel racing. I REALLY hope everything goes well. I can't believe this merger could go into effect this year. I never thought it would happen this fast. It would've been awesome to see Bourdais go against Franchitti and Dixon and the like. Too bad he's gone. But still, I'm looking forward to watching Rahal versus Andretti. There are tons of amazing possibilities.

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Chuck 98 RT/10 · 02-11-2008, 07:47 PM

It's about damn time. Stop this nonsense and unite. Consolidating the series would push "also-rans" like Danica Patrick to the rear of the field if she even makes the cut at all.

pullg · 02-11-2008, 11:33 PM

I'll believe it when I see it. Moving track dates and reworking TV deals at this late date sounded far too easy. Is it April 1 yet?

Rosko · 02-13-2008, 04:49 PM

More evidence that the merger could happen soon! I know I'm setting myself up for disappointment, but I can't help it.

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I'm sure looking forward to the Grand Prix of St. Pete.

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Rosko · 02-20-2008, 01:50 AM

The unification is imminent according to Robin Miller. I know there aren't too many IRL / Champ Car fans here, but this is big news for American racing.

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dentwizard · 02-23-2008, 12:37 PM

Done deal :: IndyCar® Series

I think this is the best racing news in a while. I wonder what Nascar is thinking of this, in the early to mid 90s Cart was Huge. It may take a few seasons but i think they could possibly put a dent into nascar and maybe get some openwheel drivers to come back.

**Jordan Y.** · 02-23-2008, 03:26 PM

Awesome. Hopefully this combined series will become a force to be reckoned with in American racing and sports. I wonder what all the open-wheel guys who are struggling in NASCAR are thinking about this.

Chuck 98 RT/10 · 02-23-2008, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dentwizard

It may take a few seasons but i think they could possibly put a dent into nascar and maybe get some openwheel drivers to come back.

It all depends on the big mamu. The top NASCAR drivers can win 20 million a year without ever winning a race. That's a lot of scratch.

dentwizard · 02-24-2008, 01:01 PM

at least the Indy 500 will have a bump day where people are bumped

02-11-2008, 12:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
Rosko I Heart 2nd Gear Racing Car: Mazda RX8 My TRGarage Land O Lakes : 212	Possible merger Champ Car and IRL It's an exciting time for American open wheel racing. I REALLY hope everything goes well. I can't believe this merger could go into effect this year. I never thought it would happen this fast. It would've been awesome to see Bourdais go against Franchitti and Dixon and the like. Too bad he's gone. But still, I'm looking forward to watching Rahal versus Andretti. There are tons of amazing possibilities. AUTO-RACING - Is Open-Wheel Peace Finally at Hand? - SPEEDtv.com

02-11-2008, 07:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Chuck 98 RT/10 Sexist Car: Dodge Viper My TRGarage Tampa : 700553784	It's about damn time. Stop this nonsense and unite. Consolidating the series would push "also-rans" like Danica Patrick to the rear of the field if she even makes the cut at all.

02-11-2008, 11:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
pullg Registered User Car: My TRGarage Land O Lakes : 1366	I'll believe it when I see it. Moving track dates and reworking TV deals at this late date sounded far too easy. Is it April 1 yet?

02-13-2008, 04:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
Rosko I Heart 2nd Gear Racing Car: Mazda RX8 My TRGarage Land O Lakes : 212	More evidence that the merger could happen soon! I know I'm setting myself up for disappointment, but I can't help it. AUTO-RACING - Champ Car Heading for Bankruptcy? - SPEEDtv.com I'm sure looking forward to the Grand Prix of St. Pete. Home - St. Petersburg Grand Prix

02-20-2008, 01:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
Rosko I Heart 2nd Gear Racing Car: Mazda RX8 My TRGarage Land O Lakes : 212	The unification is imminent according to Robin Miller. I know there aren't too many IRL / Champ Car fans here, but this is big news for American racing. AUTO-RACING - REPORT: Champ Car/IndyCar Deal Done - SPEEDtv.com

02-23-2008, 12:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
dentwizard Littering and... Car: Ford Mustang My TRGarage Brandon : 43058176	Done deal :: IndyCar® Series I think this is the best racing news in a while. I wonder what Nascar is thinking of this, in the early to mid 90s Cart was Huge. It may take a few seasons but i think they could possibly put a dent into nascar and maybe get some openwheel drivers to come back.

02-23-2008, 03:26 PM	#7 (permalink)
Jordan Y. 15 seconds EXHILARATION Car: 1991 Nissan 240SX Coupe My TRGarage Temple Terrace/USF : 344911201	Awesome. Hopefully this combined series will become a force to be reckoned with in American racing and sports. I wonder what all the open-wheel guys who are struggling in NASCAR are thinking about this.

02-24-2008, 01:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
dentwizard Littering and... Car: Ford Mustang My TRGarage Brandon : 43058176	at least the Indy 500 will have a bump day where people are bumped