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Old 26 Oct 2023, 13:18 (Ref:4183079)   #260
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Originally Posted by broadrun96 View Post
Yeah, Gold without contacts or family money kills careers. Madison can make it work and is as quick as many of the other Golds but his family has been quick. But a change can be just as hard on a team as the driver as well. Silver to Gold this late when programs have been built can kill off a car in LMP2 or LMGT3, or force a GT up to Pro if you're in IMSA.
The timing is the most difficult part as current seasons are a big portion of the yardstick - but at the same time, next year's plans (budgets!) are being developed, pretty much depending on the current rating. It almost feels like a regular business, doesn't it?
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