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We discussed all these matters at great length in another thread "Spectator Interest", it is good that they come up again. and I am sure we will get all the same comments.
The obvious problems are the need for access to live timing so that you can follow the progress or otherwise of your favourites and the need to get close to the participants and cars. Nothing (well, there are some exceptions!) is an enjoyable experience if you don't know what is going on and fans are vital for any series where the participants need sponsorship. The fans need lots of information whether they are at the circuit or watching on TV
The TV package is improving although the commentary could be better in some cases and the European Tv transmitions do not give class position boxes or screen top strips that are anything like as good as the American broadcasters do. If the organisers generate interest through a TV audience it is in their interests to see that the fans are properly informed if they attend the actual race. If it is done well it will build, if not it will do the opposite.
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