It's Raining and Pouring

Originally Posted on June 3, 2007 on foxsports.com

I can't avoid rain delays this weekend.  First, my Friday night racing was cancelled by rain.  Saturday was questionable, and threatened the entire time by ominous clouds.  Today's Nascar race was ultimately postponed until tomorrow because of rain.

I can't decide if it is more frustrating to get there and have it cancelled, or to stay home assuming it will be cancelled and it isn't. 

This is at least the  third Cup race this season that has been postponed due to rain.  Nascar's policy is to have the race the next day, usually starting early.  I've never attended a Cup race that was postponed, but I have gambled on flight times and hotel rooms that I wouldn't have to stay.  I've heard fans complain bitterly about the next day start, as though there were other weekends the event could be rescheduled. 

The local tracks occasionally reschedule, but typically do not.    The loss of racing dates effects the employees, who potentially lose income; competitors, who lose potential winnings and points toward championships; and fans, who may lose the one opportunity they have to go to the race track.

I should be glad that I saved money and had a nice night at home, but I would've rather been at the track...